John FORBES, IV

John Wesley Forbes IV, age 48 departed this life Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at Kettering Medical Center. John was born December 20, 1967 in Killeen Texas born to Mary C Forbes and John Wesley Forbes III, was raised in Dayton, OH

John was proceeded in death by his paternal grandparents, Rose lee Crockett , Wallace Crockett, John Wesley Forbes II, Annie Mae Holcombe, brother Armantel Deon Forbes; aunts Carolyn Johnson, Rose Mae Felton, cousins Danny Johnson, Deontay Cochran Smith and James "Rodney " Crimes. John attended Colonel White High School. John had many jobs, a cook, barber and laborer. John is known for his infectious smile and a one of a kind walk. He also showed his love for his children, mother, brothers, grandchildren and his family.

John will be sadly missed by his loving devoted parents Mary C Forbes and John W (Delores) Forbes. Children; Ashley Taylor (Brandon), Dynasty Forbes, John Forbes (Lamykal), Cierra Forbes(Daishawn), Jasmine, Jacelle, Nelijah, Jayden, Nevaeh, and JaQuan. Brothers; Parris (Donna) Joyce, Tramale Forbes, and Gregory Forbes. Sisters; Deon Joyce, Tonoa Sinkfield and Sharon Forbes Briggs. Grandchildren; Jordan, Zaria, Daishawn Jr, Khloe, Karter, Jaishawn, John VI, Brandon Jr, Amaura and Jamichael. Loving aunt and uncle Dorothy and Bobby Crimes. Good friend Henry Watson. Devoted cousin Tony Crimes. Mothers of children; Christine Taylor, Helen and Casey. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives.

Visitation (10a) and Funeral (11a) - Friday, February 19, 2016 at Victory In Power Ministries, 4519 Oakridge Dr, Dayton, OH 45417

Professional services entrusted to Young Lusain Funeral Home, formerly Bowman Funeral Chapel.