Vaughn Alan Pitzer, age 73, of Xenia, went Home to meet the Lord on Friday, June 21st at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

The son of Lawrence E. and Dorothy Ann (Chenoweth) Pitzer, Vaughn was born in Mechanicsburg, Ohio on April 11, 1951. He married his childhood sweetheart, Goldie (Firman) on June 5, 1971 and they are the proud parents of 2 sons.

He was employed by Morris Bean & Co. for over 20 years, before leaving to start his own business, Pitzer Lawn Care, working with his wife for over 30 years. He enjoyed playing Santa Claus, fishing and camping with his boys, coloring with his grandchildren, playing euchre, cookouts and family gatherings. He faithfully attended Clear Springs Primitive Baptist church for many years.

Vaughn is survived by his wife of 53 years, Goldie, son: Tim (Julie) Pitzer of Longwood, FL; 4 grandchildren: Mason (fiancee Chelsey) and Emily Pitzer of FL; Jessica (fiancé Dustin) Rice of Huber Heights and Jacey Pitzer of Xenia; a great granddaughter: Cailin; 3 sisters: Rita (Gregg) Stewart, Rose Wallen and Claire Spurgeon; 2 brothers: Mark (Jodi) Pitzer and Joe (Susie) Pitzer; brother-in-law: Bob Wade; and sister-in-law: Debbie Pitzer, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son and daughter-in-law: Brad and Terri Pitzer of Xenia; sister: Karen Wade and brother: David Pitzer.

Vaughn will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. The family would like to thank Hospice of Dayton for their outstanding care.

Services will be held 11:30 AM Tuesday, June 25th at McColaugh Funeral Home, 826 N. Detroit St., Xenia with Elder Roger VanHoose officiating. Visitation will be held 10:30 AM Tuesday until the time of service at the funeral home. Interment to follow in North Cemetery, Cedarville.