Mr. Devonte’ Leshore Jacocks Sr

Devonte’ Leshore Jacocks Sr, 26, passed away on March 2, 2023. Devonte’ was born on February 5, 1997 in Mansfield, OH.

Devonte’ was preceded in death by his brother; Elijah Bronson, grandfather; Clarence Jacocks II, special friend; Dontarious Sylvester, and his great-grandparents.

Devonte’ is survived by his mother; La’Tavia Bronson (Floyon Harris), father; Clarence (Jennifer) Jacocks III, daughter; Mehaila “Halo” Niayr Lashay Jacocks, son; Devonte’ “Tae Tae” Leshore Jacocks Jr. and unborn son, sisters; Nija Jacocks, Devon Allen, and Tennley Jacocks, brothers; Jalen Jacocks, and Clarence Jacocks IV, maternal grandparents; Willie & Carol Bronson, paternal grandmother; Debra Jacocks, aunts; Selina (Norven) Roane-Thomas, La’Tayia Bronson (Thomas Holder), Monaray Burkett, Erin (Michael) Tezeno, uncles; Matthew (Tempestt) Jacocks Sr. and Edward Burkett, great-grandmother; Monaray Bell, girlfriend; Mekaila Grose, special cousins; Marvin Parker, Jamartavious “Tavo” Ross, and Lacario Davison, special friends; Anton Franklin and Martin Prude, and a host of family and friends who loved him dearly.

Devonte’ was a proud 2015 graduate from Mansfield Senior High School. Devonte’ was a hardworking, loyal, loving, and motivating family man who loved spending time with his children. He enjoyed taking care of others, playing the game, joking and making others laugh and smile. He had a smile that was contagious. To know him was to truly love him. We will all miss him dearly!

We, the family of Devonte Leshore Jacocks III would like to extend our sincere appreciation for the kind expressions of sympathy, prayers, love and acts of kindness extended during this difficult time. We would especially like to thank Pastor Mark Cobb, Pastor Eddie Massey, Oasis of Love Church, and The Marlan Gary Funeral Home, The Chapel of Peace. These kind gestures will serve as a source of comfort in the days and weeks ahead. May God bless each of you!

Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Friday, March 10, 2023 at The Oasis of Love,190 Chester Ave. Interment at Mansfield Cemetery Association. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE MANSFIELD, 753 McPherson St. (formerly Williams Funeral Services). To stream the services, read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to The JACOCKS Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com