Alex and Jane Pearl have been residents of Centerville for 37 years. Growing up in New York, they came to the area when Alex had a job opportunity. The area became their permanent home as they became involved in the community. Alex currently serves as one of the Centerville Washington Park District commissioners. Jane is an avid genealogist. Jane and Alex both volunteer with Dayton History at Carillon Park and they recently became members of Centerville-Washington History.