Hall of Fame Class of 2026
Ronald E. Nixon
Ronald E. Nixon has devoted his life to serving his community and country, beginning with eight years in the United States Air Force. After his service, he took on multiple roles in the Village of Bremen, working as a firefighter and medic with the Bremen Rushcreek Fire Department and later as a Police Officer. He advanced through the department and ultimately became Chief of Police. In 1986, he was elected Mayor of Bremen, serving for seven years.
In retirement, Ronald’s continued giving back through the Lancaster Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association, volunteering at events such as Kids and Cops Day, Shop with a Cop, prescription drug take back events, and community parades. He served four years as the association’s president and earned Volunteer of the Year in 2009. He also volunteered with the American Red Cross of Fairfield and Hocking counties, leading a 24/7 Disaster Action Team and helping deploy volunteers to support communities affected by hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and Wilma.
Ronald contributed more than 3,000 volunteer hours at Fairfield Medical Center, assisting patients and staff and earning the Heart Award for exceptional service.
Through decades of dedicated military, public, and volunteer service, Ronald exemplifies the values upheld by the Fairfield County Veterans Hall of Fame.