Michael Jerome Colvin

Michael Jerome Colvin, age 62, of Cleveland, Ohio, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Yeshua on April 8, 2024.

Michael was born on August 19, 1961, in Green County, Alabama, to the late Jessie and Catherine (nee: Burton) Colvin. He was the third of seven children. Michael was baptized in Alabama at an early age and in 1992, he joined the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Lorain, Ohio.

In 1980, Michael graduated from Martin Luther King, Jr. High School in Cleveland, Ohio. He went on to have a successful career at Specialty Products, a subsidiary of General Mills Corporation, where he worked as a machine operator for 37 dedicated years until his retirement in 2017.

Outside of his professional life, Michael had a passion for tennis and was an avid player and instructor. He also practiced Taekwondo for many years and held a black belt certification. Cooking was another one of his joys, and he delighted in preparing dishes like greens, Shepherds Pie, macaroni and cheese, lasagna, and banana pudding. Known for his impeccable style and attention to detail, Michael always presented himself with confidence and grace, making a lasting impression wherever he went. It was not only his attire that set him apart--it was the manner in which he carried himself.

Michael was a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. He is survived by four blessed children: Ebony Colvin (Edward Kalinaukas), VaLaury Colvin, Donovan Colvin, and Tia Colvin; two grandchildren, Alayna Elise Camara and Lyana Bintou Camara; three sisters: Betty Anne Harris (Tommy-deceased), of Cleveland, Ohio, Marvella Foltz (Stan) of Newport News, Virginia, and Katherine Yarbrought (Jerry-deceased) of Cleveland, Ohio; two brothers, Douglas Colvin and Eric Colvin, both from Cleveland, Ohio, and a host of family members and friends. He was preceded in death by one brother, Jesse James Colvin, Jr. (Yvette).