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David Laytart Obituary
David Lee Laytart, Sr., 68, of Washington Court House, Ohio died Monday, July 1, 2024, at 11:40 a.m. at his home. He had been in failing health since October, 2023.
David was born June 16, 1956, in Washington Court House to Lang and Vivian Livingood Laytart. He was a 1974 graduate of Washington High School and a lifelong resident of this community.
Before his retirement, he was a printer for Rotary Stock Forms in Greenfield and later Hillsboro. He had also worked at Home Depot. Following his retirement, he was a security guard at the Carnegie Public Library in Washington Court House.
He was a proud volunteer firefighter for the City of Washington Court House for 32 years. David was an avid bicyclist and he also sold and repaired bicycles. He formerly had been a foster parent.
David was a member and former deacon at the South Side Church of Christ.
He was preceded in death his father; mother and stepfather, Vivian and Bob Kibler; a sister, Nancy Howland; a son-in-law, Sean Groves; a brother-in-law, Ron Gravett and his best friend, Rollo Marchant.
He is survived by his wife, the former Vicki Ann Hayner whom he married February 16, 1975; four children, David (Lisa Sweeney) Laytart, Jr., Tammy Groves, Nate (Hanna Smith) Laytart, all of Washington Court House and Katrina (Jay Harper) Bowman of Logan, Ohio; two grandchildren, Allison (Cody) Ferrell and Bryson (Sasha) Laytart; a great granddaughter, Winnie, to be born in September, a brother and sister-in-law, Benny and Shirley Laytart, of Washington Court Houe; a sister, Dr. Linda Gravett of Cincinnati and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
The funeral, followed by the firefighter's last call and bell ceremony, will be Friday, July 5, 2024. at 1 p.m. at the South Side Church of Christ with Todd Maurer, involvement minister at the church, officiating. Cremation will follow the services.
Friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. Friday until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations for final expenses may be made to the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home, 554 Washington Avenue, Washington Court House, Ohio 43160.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.
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Linda Laytart-Gravett
June 26, 2025
I still miss my brother and think of him often. I know he's riding around heaven on his bike
Gail Allen
July 3, 2024
He was my friend for over 25 years, the best bike fixer, and the best car mechanic I knew. He worked on my vehicles for many years. A dedicated and great fireman. I will miss him a lot.
Teresa Johnson
July 3, 2024
My heart goes out to all the family. Dave was a friend from childhood, we reminisced about it a lot when we worked together. Once a friend always a friend. He will be greatly missed.
Terry Rose
July 2, 2024
He was a friend, a father figure, and an incredible ping pong adversary. But most of all he was one of my heroes in life. I knew him as Big Dave and I will miss him dearly. All my love to the Laytart family now and forever.
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Pete & Brenda Pierce
July 2, 2024
We were so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He gave many bikes to people in need and was dedicated to the fire department. He was hard working, generous, kind, & easy to talk to. Just an all around good guy. We will miss his wonderful Halloween displays.
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Dr. Linda Gravett
July 2, 2024
My brother Dave was my hero...a courageous and sometimes outrageous man. He was a wonderful husband, dad, and brother. We will miss you, baby brother.
Karen & Keith Grossenbacher
July 2, 2024
Keith and I are thinking of you all during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss...
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