David E. Jayjohn, age 72, of Hamden, passed away Monday, July 24, 2023, at his home.  He was born May 8, 1951 in Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Clarence E. Jayjohn and Mary M. McClaskey Jayjohn.  Dave was a retired truck driver who was employed with Sands Hill Coal Company for 34 years.  He was also a retired Captain and dedicated fire fighter with the Hamden Volunteer Fire Department, having served the community for 40 years.  Dave was an active member and deacon of the Puritan Free Will Baptist Church, where he always enjoyed worshiping with his church family and friends.  He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Susan Marie "Suzi" Thacker Jayjohn; sons, David E. Jayjohn, Jr. (Michelle) of Hamden, Larry Jayjohn of Hamden, and Jerry Jayjohn (Jeremy) of Alexandria, Va.; grandson, Rick Jayjohn (Leslie); as well as several friends.  Calling hours will be Thursday, July 27th, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the McWilliams Funeral Home in Wellston, with a fireman's service beginning at 8 p.m.  Funeral service will be Friday, July 28th, at 1 p.m. at the McWilliams Funeral Home with Pastor Keith Fulton and Pastor Jamie Fortner officiating.  Burial will follow in the Zion Cemetery.  Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.mcwilliams-funerlhome.com