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Marcus Haywood Obituary
Marcus Cortez Haywood, Sr. "Pig" born February 24, 1970, departed this life on October 21, 2013 after a long illness.
Marcus graduated from North High School where he became a football star. His love and dedication to football earned him several scholarships all over the world. He chose Kent State University to be his college of choice where he played football for the duration of his college years. Marcus also excelled in track and basketball where he lettered in both sports over multiple years outside of football. Marcus was a role model and a leader to most that knew him and grew up with him. He also made those that watched him grow from a boy into a man, proud of his accomplishments. There wasn't many games that he played growing up that he wasn't the best at from boxing in the street to racing from corner to corner. Pig always "burnt" us and no one ever "Hawked" him down. He also was the best at "Hide and Get It" where he used that speed to a definite advantage.
All the kids would still be looking and Pig would have found his prize and was on to the next one before anyone else found one.
Marcus was a long time employee of National Metal Abrasive until the failing of his health. Marcus was a happy caring person who loved everyone. He got the most satisfaction out of bringing humor to anyone around him. He also loved to cook and inherited the nickname "PIG" because he loved to eat.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sally Haywood and Johnnie Jones; brother, Steve Warren; aunt, Tracey Schuler; uncle, Tyrone Richmond; and close friend, DeShawn Brown. He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved mother, Antenette Haywood; father, McKoy Kendricks; fiancé, Jessica Pavlik; uncles, Willie (Debbie) Haywood, Reginald (Felicia) Haywood, Wayne and Gregory Haywood; special loving Aunt/Ma, Kimberly Haywood; "Favorite" cousins, Ieashia and Tyrone Richmond; his beloved children, sons, Minister Marteece' D. Waters, De' a Donte', Marcus, Jr., DeShanon and Marciel Haywood; daughters, Keneasha Pitts, Khara Kaalima, Mariah, Alyiah and Olivia Haywood; he leaves behind ten beautiful grandchildren; special friends, Steven Thomas, Henry Green "HG" Johnny Finney, Liddell Brown "MOBO", Wendall White; and a host of family and friends.
You may be gone but you will never be forgotten. You have touched so many hearts and will continue to. You are loved and missed by so many. We love you RIP PIG!!!
Funeral service will be held Monday, October 28, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave. with Min. Marteece' D. Waters eulogize and Bishop Kevin Strickland officiating. Friends may call at the chapel on Monday, from 12:30 p.m. until time of service. Interment at Glendale Cemetery. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 301 E Glenwood Ave. #13 44310.
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James Denny
August 21, 2014
I was Marcus' roommate at Kent State. I am very saddened to learn of his passing.
Ric Lieb
January 3, 2014
Rest in Peace Pig, the man that made North High football relevant for all his classmates and school friends. Gone, but never forgotten.
Melvin Cantrellhr
December 16, 2013
Sorry man didn't know RIP big dog. From the Cantrell family...
Christa Wright-Smith
November 5, 2013
My deepest sympathies to the Haywood family. He was a star and his light shines on in all of you.
FRANCINE JONES SMITH & FAMILY
November 1, 2013
JESSICA,& HAYWOOD FAMILY
JUST REALIZING,THE NOTICE,TODAY. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND ALL THE FAMILY,HAD THE PLEASURE OF GETTING TO KNOW MARCUS,AND FAMILY,WHILE FRIENDS WITH MARVIN. HE WAS SO KIND TO MY GRANDCHILDREN,AND THEY SO ENJOYED YOUR BEAUTIFUL,AN SWEET CHILDREN.MAY GOD BLESS YOU WITH MANY LOVING MEMORIES OF YOUR LOVED ONE.
Jodie Tews
October 29, 2013
Marcus. What can I say? Thank you thank you for helping launch my career as Auntie JoJo. I love and adore your girls with all of my heart. I will continue to take great care of them and keep you alive in their hearts! You should have seen the celebration that was put on for you today. I was so honored to be there! Man my sister loves you so much. We all do! You will be a part of our family and in our hearts forever. I will miss you so much. Your hugs are the best. Xo
Jason Chitwood
October 28, 2013
Deepest condolences to the Haywood family. I played football with Marcus at North High and he was an incredible athlete, but more than that he was a great person with an infectious smile. He will truly be missed.
sonya anderson
October 28, 2013
To the Haywood family, so sorry for your loss.. Pig will be missed. God Bless, Sonya and Dimont Anderson
Rodney West
October 28, 2013
My condolences to the Haywood family, I had the pleasures of playing against and with Marcus my whole football career, the best years where at Kent State because I didn't have to chase him anymore…Instead I lead the way for his amazing runs. Pig was always a cool dude to be around and made any situation more enjoyable with his smile and humor…I am glad to have him as a friend who happened to be my teammate. Will be greatly missed, “PIG #24”
Rod West
Kent State Football
KATHERINE POWERS
October 28, 2013
TO THE FAMILY:
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. KP,BUFF,TINNIE,MAV
Sharon Walker
October 28, 2013
Haywood Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences. May the God of all comfort be with you in the day ahead. Always cherish your many memories of the happy times you shared with Pig over the years.
Major Jones Jr
October 28, 2013
Sincere sympathy is expressed to the Kendricks and Haywood family at the loss of your loved one
Major Jones, Jr.
Rochelle Cash
October 28, 2013
R.I.H Marcus (Pig) Prayers to the entire family.
Rochelle Cash and family
October 28, 2013
To Marteece, ( Kenyatta), and my friend from high school Tyrone. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your family member. I pray God's peace be with you that surpasses all understanding and which only comes from the Lord. I am praying for your family. Octavia
Jason Larch
October 28, 2013
Deepest condolences to the Haywood family.Marcus will always be remember by his infectious smile and giggling. Sincerely, Jason Larch (Patterson Park Pee Wee)
Dino Rivers
October 28, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
TaKeysha Sheppard Cheney
October 27, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have many great memories growing with Pig as a loving uncle, brother-n-law and friend. We will miss him dearly. - The Sheppard Family.
October 27, 2013
Rest Peacefully in Heaven Pig.
-Damon & Keesha Law
glenn and kathy(stoneking) boone
October 27, 2013
So sorry for your loss. He was a kind soul and great person.
October 27, 2013
to the haywood family sorry for loss .my heart still hurts after hearing the sad news. thank you for all the great times we had "pig" you"ll be deeply miss my friend. from : donnell
John & Susan White
October 27, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
SWEETIE
October 27, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Rhoden Memorial Home
October 26, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
L Gary
October 26, 2013
Condolences to the Haywood family. Prayers be with you. Marcus you will be missed by all who knew you.
NHS c/o '89 forever family
Sam and Stefanie Custer
October 26, 2013
So sorry for your loss Pig was a great guy and will truly be missed . Praying for strength for your family through this difficult time. Our class of 89 has lost a great friend .
Dianne Dawson
October 26, 2013
To the Haywood Family
Sorry to hear of your lost . You all our in my prayers.
Dianne Dawson
Kelly Lautzenhiser-Lough
October 26, 2013
Sorry for the families loss. He is in a greater place with no pain and sadness. Always keep the wonderful memories and great times close to your heart. He will always be there.
Marcus Carter
October 26, 2013
Thoughts and prayers are with the Haywood family at this time. R.I.P Marcus "Pig" Haywood
Roberta, Paul,&Imani The Hale & Weber family
October 26, 2013
The Haywood family, Our Prayer's are with you.
Najat Tebcherani
October 26, 2013
May you rest in peace. you now live with no more pain,no more sickness god has his hands on you now my friend. To the family Sorry for your loss.
Naj.(North High Class Of '87)
October 26, 2013
The Buchtel High School FootBall Family
Marcus was a GREAT running back that we all respected and admired more than that he was a great human being. We will miss him
William Gilcrist
October 26, 2013
Our sincere condolences to Marcus's family, friends and Alumni. We have added Marcus Cortez Haywood, Sr. "Pig" to the North High Viking (Class of 1989) web site, www.northhighviking.com.
His Memorial will be on this site for eternity. Anyone can visit it and post comments. We are sorry to hear of your loss. It always touches us when we have to add a Viking alumnus to our memorial page. Marcus Cortez Haywood, Sr. "Pig"
William Gilcrist Site Creator
Wooster Ohio
jolie edwards
October 26, 2013
You were a legend and such a great soul. The world will miss you dearly. R.I.P. my ole friend
Michael Oddo Jr
October 26, 2013
Jessica. Be strong. It's amazing how much you and your family has gone through over the years. I could not imagine how my emotions would be if I were in your shoes. Your a trooper God bless.
Mary Howard
October 25, 2013
Sorry for your loss. May our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ comfort you during your time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Mary Howard and family
Denise Collins
October 25, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jimi Broderick
October 25, 2013
Your smile will remain in our hearts Marcus. To the Heyward family I offer my deepest regrets. 24 will be missed!
Jimi Broderick
KSU Fball #78
Darla Harris
October 25, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Haywood Family.
Sue Neitz
October 25, 2013
Jessica and girls:
Saddened to learn of Marcus' passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless.
Sincerely,
Sue
Terri Shavers
October 24, 2013
My prayers to the family. A fellow Kent State Flash, he always had a smile and was a really nice guy.
Veronica Singleton
October 24, 2013
May God wrap his arms around the Haywood family, during this time of turmoil. Marcus, was an amazing person, as well as friend. When you have touched so many individuals in the time God has given us; you have truly done Gods will. "Pig" will be missed, but not forgotten. We have yet another angel amongst us all!!!
October 24, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Patrick Young
October 24, 2013
My condolences go out to the family of Marcus Haywood a friend and teammate. I know you are smiling down on us the way you always did with that infectious giggle around campus. You will be missed but not forgotten.
-Pat Young
Kent State
Football
October 24, 2013
He was a Great Man and a Wonderful Friend. I am so sorry. Wendy Denton
Angela Smith (McElrath)
October 24, 2013
To the Haywood Family -
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Marcus at Kent State. He had such a great smile along with a great personality. I will be praying for your family. RIP "Pig"
Troy Robinson
October 23, 2013
Great football player, but even a better person. Had a way to make people life always. God bless his family and loved one.
Blessing,
Troy Robinson
Kimicko
October 23, 2013
Matthew 5:4 reads: Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Praying for the Haywood Family during your time of loss. God bless you. Marcus's smile will always be remembered. #KSU
Steve Biggers
October 23, 2013
My prayers to the family...will be missed!!!
ted gregory
October 23, 2013
i became friends with marcus the first day i met him at practice for the summit stark football game and remained friends with him as teammates at kent state! he amazed me with his skills on the football field but more importantly he amazed me off the field as a friend! he had an infectious personality that made everybody he came in contact with love him! i am greatful for the friendship i had with him! I will cherrish the memories I have of him! you will be greatly missed #24
may the good Lord bless his family during this difficult time!
Chris Fassnacht
October 23, 2013
My prayers go out to the Haywood Family. Loved leading you to the endzone Pig. RIP
Sonya Brown
October 23, 2013
Missing you "Pig". Prayers going out to the Haywood family.you will be missed.
Trisha Lewis
October 23, 2013
Very sad to see this today...It's been many years but Marcus was a good friend and always made me smile. My condolences to his family.
Leona Wilson and family
October 23, 2013
You where one of a kind you will always be missed and never forgotten we love you always PIG
Tony Banks
October 23, 2013
our heart was broken
without a warning no words spoken
you were taken away
someone said you could not stay
empty and lonely is what we are
we lost a precious shining star
our family torn apart
your world began with a promising start
life is unfair
this difficult cross we must bear
strength and courage we will find
our special child always in our mind
a place in heaven is where you sit
looking at that star you lit
in our thoughts forever you will be
never knowing why someone set you free
Hold tight to memories for comfort,
Lean on your friends for strength,
And always remember how much you are cared about.
You are in my prayers
John Osmar
October 23, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Marcus was a great person.
Lashonne evans & family
October 23, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Aaron Kinebrew
October 23, 2013
I have very fond and fun memories of Marcus. We were both running backs at Kent State together. Sorry for the loss. He had a way to make people laugh.
God bless!
LaMonte Douglass
October 23, 2013
From my family to the family of Marcus Haywood,I would like to extend our condolences in this time of your loss. May our Father bless you and keep you.
"Pig"
Kevin Shuman
October 23, 2013
Thoughts and prayers for the family of Marcus Haywood. Wonderful person, teammate, adversary and smile. Played against in high school and with in college. Enjoyed it all!
Candie Faulconer
October 23, 2013
Sorry for your loss! Marcus will be missed by all he touched! My thoughts and prayers are with your family!
James Richardson
October 23, 2013
Pig...
A great football player...and a better person. Rest In Peace.
Patterson Park Pee-Wee, 1978-1982
Doug Agnew
October 23, 2013
My condolences to the Haywood family for their tragic loss. You will be in my thoughts.
Darren Muchnicki
October 23, 2013
Very sorry to hear about Marcus. My memories of Marcus from Kent were of a young man who loved football and was always smiling.
October 23, 2013
JESSICA AND HAYWOOD FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST I'M PRAYING FOR YOU'LL LOVE YOU!!!
Sherri Wolfe
October 23, 2013
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Haywood Family Marcus was an amazing man I am so thankful that I got to know him and spend time with him and Jessica and his children. Rest in Peace Marcus you will be truly missed
Sherri Wolfe
Joe Dalpra
October 23, 2013
Im so sorry to hear about Marcus. We played football together at Kent State and became friends. He was a very good teammate and had a gift of always making me smile. You will be missed #24!
Martin Rogers
October 23, 2013
Will be praying for the family. It was nice knowing Marcus - beating him in high school at Buchtel vs. North then joining him in 1989 as a freshman football player at Kent State. I always felt better after spending time with Marcus.
Marty Rogers, Orlando, Florida
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