David Flora

ARCANUM -- David "Dave" Flora was born on July 3, 1937, to Howard and Viola Flora. He passed away peacefully on the evening of January 8, 2026, at Brookdale Senior Living.

He is survived by his loving children: Jody Fair, Jill (Blair) Miller, Carrie (Mike) Feitshans, and Brad (Sherry) Flora; grandchildren: Samantha Fair, Rachel (Connor) Thomas, Hannah Fair (fiancé David Pater), Erin (Mark) Taylor, Anna (Jake) Bowen, Evan Miller (fiancée Mackenzie Armstrong), Nathan (Robyn) Feitshans, Travis (Haley) Feitshans, Trevor (Megan) Fulton, and Emily (Joan) Bautista; great-grandchildren: Luke Taylor, George Bowen, Gavin and Parker Feitshans, and Tucker and Andi Feitshans; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Gloria Beth Flora; parents, Howard "Pat" and Viola "Vi" Flora; sisters DeeDee (Robert) Spille and Patty Shafer; father- and mother-in-law Russell and Clara Julien; brothers-in-law Ed (Effie Mae) Julien, J.R. "Bud" Julien, and Tom (Doris) Julien; sisters-in-law Anabel (Giles) Gilbert, Twila (Don Laird/John Potts) Potts, and Rosalie (Dick) Arnett; and granddaughter Elysia Fair.

Dave was a member of Faith United Methodist Church since 1957, where he was active in church leadership and generously shared his woodworking and carpentry skills. He enjoyed many years of camaraderie with the Faith Softball Team. Dave faithfully served the Village of Arcanum as a member of the fire department and rescue squad for more than 20 years and was also an active member of both the Arcanum Lions Club and Arcanum Historical Society. He was a proud member of the 100-Unit Blood Donor Club and wore his jacket whenever he could. He was a member of APE (Apple Peeler Enthusiasts) and loved traveling with Beth, family, and friends.

Dave began his career through the apprenticeship program at NCR, becoming a toolmaker and later a modelmaker. He completed his career at Shopsmith in 2020. He also enjoyed farming with his father and son and later assisting his son-in-law. Dave was a hardworking man who passed that value on to his children. In addition to sharing happy years of marriage, Dave most cherished time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was an avid Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Browns, and Ohio State fan and an accomplished woodworker who won awards and freely shared his talents and creations with others. Dave was deeply loved and will be missed by many.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 101 E. South Street, Arcanum, Ohio. Visitation will be held Monday, January 12, from 4:00–7:00 p.m. at Kreitzer Funeral Home, 204 N. Main Street, Arcanum, and again Tuesday from 10:00–11:00 a.m. at the church.

The family would like to thank the staff of Brookdale Senior Living and EverHeart Hospice for the loving care given to their father.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Darke County Cancer Society, 1111 Sweitzer Street, Suite C, Greenville, OH 45331, or EverHeart Hospice, 1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, OH 45331.

Condolences and donations may also be shared online at www.kreitzerfuneralhome.com.