Downing, Michael J., age 56, of Dayton, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2007 at his home. He was born August 3, 1950 in Dayton, the son of Edward & Marie (Kent) Downing. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War and was a member of the American Legion. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife, Debbie. Funeral services will be held at 2 PM on Friday, January 5, 2007 at Newcomer Funeral Home & Crematory, 4104 Needmore Road, Dayton, Ohio. The family will be receiving friends from 1-2 PM on Friday at the funeral home.