Leary “Denise” Cosby

Leary Denise Cosby “Niecy” was born March 26, 1957 in Youngstown, OH to James Deriest and Clarice Cosby.

Denise graduated from North High School, class of ’76.

Denise gained her wings July 7, 2021. She will join her mother and father, James Deriest and Clarice Cosby; sister, Emma Lee Hunter-Long; and brothers, Donald and Willie Hunter in paradise.

Denise is survived by her four daughters, Conchata C., Tamara C., Alethea M., and Amber Y.; eight grandchildren, Ka’lonia J., Christain S., Zhiyona C., Gregory W. Jr., Heaven S., London T., Lex Y., and Anthony M. Jr.; loving sisters, Dorothy and Vera Cosby; loving son-in-law, Anthony M. Sr.; and her many loved ones that adores her.

Rest in Paradise Mom. You are truly missed and loved dearly.

Long live Mama D.

Visitation 1:00pm and Funeral 2:00pm Saturday, July 17, 2021 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave.