John Patrick Bires

John Patrick Bires "Pat", age 78, of Centerville, passed away April 27, 2022. He was born in Toledo, Ohio to the late Charles John and Verda May (Padgett) Bires. Pat graduated from Tri State University with a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering. He went on to pursue his lifelong career in outside sales in Electronics for over 40 years.

Pat was an animal lover and enjoyed meeting his friends for morning coffee. He was an avid sports fan especially the Reds, Buckeyes, and the Blue Jackets. In his younger years, Pat coached his children's soccer teams and also loved to watch his grandsons play soccer.

In addition to his parents, Pat was preceded in death by his brother James "Jim" Bires.

He is survived by his wife of 52 years Donna Mae (Ginter) Bires; his two sons, Michael Bires, Robert (Lucinda) Bires; his twin grandsons Gavin and Garrett. Pat is also survived by his siblings Sharon Vislay, Paul Bires, and Lee Ann Moline.

Pat enjoyed meeting people and was very friendly. He could get along with anybody. Pat was known for his "Dad" jokes.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 from 11:30 am until time of service at 12:30 pm at Newcomer Centerville Chapel, 820 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd. Burial will follow at Heritage Hills Memory Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Promedica Hospice in Pat's memory.

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