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John Cyphers Obituary
John E. Cyphers, Sr., age 80, passed away January 19, 2021. John was born April 1, 1940, in Dayton, Ohio, to the late
Lester P. Sr. and Betty (Steinbarger) Cyphers. John was a graduate of Fairmont
H.S. He was involved with many Dayton area theater groups in the 60's and 70's. Optimism and ingenuity led him from Ohio tool and die, to California where he pursued acting and worked for 6 magical years at Disney doing Animatronics. He also did frame design while in California and then when in Florida. He ended his working career at Florida's Universal Studios. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Lester P. Jr., (Marianna) and son, John, Jr. He is survived by his daughters, Dawn (Roberto) and Tiffany, his sister Mary K., grandchildren: Alex (Lisa), Raquell, Britteny, Jessica, Jade, Elijah, and Gabrielle, along with 5 great-grandchildren, and special lifelong friend Diane C. (Wadovsky) Cyphers all of Dayton, 3 nephews: Michael, Scott (Michelle), and James (Dora) all of Florida, as well as many cousins, extended family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, April 3, 2021, at The Baum Opera House, 15 S. 1st Street, Miamisburg, Ohio 45342. The family will receive visitors from 12 pm to 1 pm with a service to follow at 1:30. Safety will be top priority. Flowers to be delivered to 1116 S. Alex Rd., Dayton, Ohio 45449. However, if you wish, in lieu of flowers, make a donation to your favorite charity.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jay Scott
March 22, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Jermaine Scott
March 22, 2023
Hey John this is Jay Scott. It's been a while since we last spoke. Last time I saw you was in Orlando 1994, I was on my way to Phoenix in the car Dawn sold me. Miss you a lot and wished we still had more time. RIP my old friend
Jermaine J Scott
November 11, 2021
Hello, I know this is a bit late for I only just found out about John. My name is Jay and John and I were good friends in Orlando back in 1993/94. As a matter of fact I bought Dawn's car back in'94 . I moved out west and we just lost touch with each other and I'm sorry about that. Dawn my heart goes out to you and your family, sorry I didn't keep in touch. I live in Miami Florida now and hope we can meet again sometime in the future.. hug's Jay
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