CENTER, Freddy W., 63 of Dayton passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2005. He was a veteran of the US Navy and then a supervisor at General Motors for 32 years. After retiring he owned Grips and Tips where he worked together with his family. Fred is preceded in death by his father, Herbert Center. He is survived by his mother, Fern Center; son Christian and wife Connie Center, daughter Danielle Center; three grandchildren: Jordan Foster, Brad Terrace, Zachary "Skippy" Center; sisters: Peggy Center, Pat Welch and husband Ralph; brother Jack and wife Penny Center; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Family and friends will gather at the Newcomer Funeral Home (3940 Kettering Blvd.) from 4-7PM Monday, December 26. Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 27 led by Mr. Tom Center. Burial will follow at Mt. Zion Park Cemetery, Beavercreek.