Jermaine D. Stroughter Sr. 1979-2021

Jermaine was born June 12, 1979, in Youngstown, a son of Eddie B. Sr. and Cora Ann Clayton Stroughter.

Jermaine was known as “Dark” by his family and friends. He attended the Youngstown City Schools system and had been employed at Mor X Industries as a press operator.

He was an avid card player, loved shooting pool and being with family and friends.

He leaves to cherish his memory and cherish his legacy his five children, Jermaine Stroughter Jr., Tylor Stroughter and Nyema Whisel, all of Youngstown, Jeremih Stroughter of New Jersey and Chanel Davis of Farrell, Pa.; four siblings, Mrs. Deanna (Chauncey) Dothard of Youngstown, Yolanda Stroughter and Eddie B. Stroughter Jr., both of Columbus, and Caul Jones of Dallas; a granddaughter, Ne’Omi Jennings; three aunts; three uncles; 17 nieces and nephews; 22 great-nieces and -nephews; and a host of other family and friends.

Waiting at Heaven’s gates with open arms are his mother, grandparents, three aunts, two uncles, three cousins and a great-niece.

Visitation will be 10 to 11 a.m. Thursday, May 13, 2021, at L.E. Black Phillips & Holden Funeral Home, 1951 McGuffey Road, Youngstown. Guests are asked to wear masks and practice social distancing for the health and safety of others, and not to linger at the funeral home after viewing.

Private services will be for the family only at 11 am.

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