Ronald Darrel Adley

Ronald Darrell Adley, 74, of Mansfield, Ohio passed away Friday, September 24, 2021 at OhioHealth Mansfield Hospital. He was born in Mansfield on October 15, 1946 to the late Jesse and Ada (Jordan) Adley.

Ronald was the best dad, granddad, and great-granddad anyone could ever ask for. He was not only a jokester and loved to laugh, but a very gracious and loving person. He was great with kids and enjoyed spending time with family. Ronald loved to watch movies and a variety of TV shows. He also loved listening to music and playing the lottery. Ronald had a hobby for collecting Invicta watches.

He is survived by his daughters, Nicole Marshall and Rochsand (Bobby Watkins Jr.) Marshall; sisters, Sharon Merritt, Brenda Luckie and Barbara (Michael) Phillips; brothers, Larry "Skeet" Adley and Oscar "John" Adley; grandchildren, Zy'Aeria Moses, Astianna Likely, Shawn Likely Jr., Sierra Hawkins, Shakari Hawkins, Dayana Banks, Brandon Hawkins and Jahmere "Buddy" Banks; many great-grandchildren; longtime soulmate, Patricia Banks, with whom he made his home; special sons, Amir McCoy and Curtis Banks II; special brother, Todd West; special friend, Wayne Lindsay and Rose Bounds; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to his parents, Jesse and Ada Adley, was preceded in death by his brother, Donald "Duckie" Adley; nephew, Andre Adley; and special aunt, Electa Feagin.

The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at the Latter Rain Church of God in Christ, 259 Glessner Avenue, Mansfield, Ohio 44902. A home going service will follow at the church beginning at 11:00 a.m. with Elder Louis Blevins officiating. He will be laid to rest at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 4, 2021 in Mansfield Cemetery. The Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors is honored to serve the family.