DeMarion Mikel Black, 16, of Owensboro, stepped into heaven and was welcomed into his grandparents’ arms on Saturday June 24, 2023. He was born in Owensboro on February 7, 2007 to Kaycee Black.
DeMarion attended Heritage Park High School. He also enjoyed playing football and basketball with his friends and classmates. He was quite handy with disassembly and reassembly of various objects, gadgets, and just about anything you could name. DeMarion was considered an upcoming artist in rap music.
DeMarion had a heart of gold and lived a life of enthusiasm and joy with family and friends. He left a positive impact on everyone that he encountered in his short life on earth. All who knew him loved him and his infectious sense of humor. His loyalty to family and friends was without measure.
DeMarion was preceded in death by his grandparents, great-grandparents, and aunt Chasity Shelton.
Left to cherish his memories are his mother Kaycee and stepmother Stephanie Black, three uncles; Michael (Christie) Johnson, Chalos Shelton, and Michael (Chanda) Black Jr, one aunt; Makia Black, five siblings; Dawone Howard, Jayden Franklin, Brooklyn Moorman, Tala James, and Javaughn James, several great aunts, great uncles, cousins, relatives, and friends.
A homegoing service to celebrate DeMarion’s life will be held privately for family members with Evangelist Michael Johnson officiating. A public viewing and visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on Saturday July 1, 2023, at McFarland Funeral Home, 1001 W 5th St, Owensboro, KY 42301.
McFarland Funeral Home is both honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of DeMarion Black. Please leave memories and condolences online at www.mcfarlandfh.com
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