Joseph Vincent Kroflich, 72 of Rayland passed away Sunday, October 11th, 2026, at his residence. He was born on October 20, 1953, in Martins Ferry the son of late August and Sophia (Prorok) Kroflich.

Joe was retired from AEP, Catholic by faith and a graduate of St. John Central High School, class of 1972. He played basketball and had some classic Larry Bird moves in high school. Joe was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.

During his daughter's youth, he helped coach softball, nick-naming his daughter then "Moe," and being a local inspiration to all the girls on the team, of which are so many fond memories. Joe also loved to play cards with his family, host pool parties, and fish with his brother--he was a family person. His family were his pride and joy. His two granddaughters love him dearly, and will always remember their Pap Pap.

He will be missed and remembered lovingly by all who know him.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jill (Conaway) Kroflich, sister, Jane (Willard) D’Amico, and sister, Marianne (Robert) Baier.

Surviving are his daughter, Kristen Dickerson, granddaughters Lucy and Liv Dickerson, brother, Stephen (Barb) Kroflich, brother, Jack (Helen) Kroflich, brother, Rick (Kelly) Kroflich, sister, Elizabeth (Bill) Timko, sister, Rose Ellen (Glenn) Eickenhorst, sister, Chrissie (G. Robert) Kyre, and sister, Terri Piazza.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wilson Funeral Home, 920 National Rd., Bridgeport, OH 43912. Opposed to flowers, the family asks that you play a song by Led Zeppelin and think of Joe and take care of those you love.

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