PIERCE, John A., 80, of Trotwood passed away Friday July 17, 2009 at Riverside Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He is preceded in death by his parents Dallas and Grace Pierce; brothers Lester Pierce and George Pierce; sisters Janet Bourdages and Eloise Peterson. John is survived by his sons Richard (Patricia) Pierce and Daniel Pierce; daughter Karen (Larry) Hall; 6 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; brothers Vernon (Fran) Pierce, of AZ and Jim Pierce, of TX; numerous nieces, nephews, and other family and friends, including best friend Peggy Christy. He worked several jobs as a plastics engineer. John enjoyed being a volunteer for the Boy Scouts of America. He was an avid amateur astronomer. Funeral services will be held 7:00 PM Monday July 20, 2009 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Rd. Family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM prior to services at the funeral home.