Obituary
Guest Book
Gavin Speakman left this world on his birthday July 3 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He was born July 3, 1989, in Columbus, Ohio. Gavin is survived by his loving parents Tim and Karen Speakman and a supportive brother Chad Speakman, grandparents Glenn Graham and Juanita Ward, aunts and uncles Patty (Chad), Tom (Susan), Mike (Rhonda), Becky (Shane), Lee Jr (Michelle) and many cousins. Preceded in death by grandparents Lee, Frankie and Uncle Todd.
Gavin graduated from Teays Valley High School where he was in marching band and wrestling. He attended Muskingum University where he wrestled for varsity his freshman year. He had a one-of-a-kind personality and family meant everything to him. He loved to cook for people, play practical jokes and always stepped up to help people when needed. He enjoyed his time with his grandpa and horseracing. He was a hard worker and one of his most proud accomplishments is when he when to Alaska and did deep sea fishing. Gavin is tremendously missed, will never be forgotten and always in our hearts. He always said "life is too short” enjoy it. He knew what he was talking about. We treasured our time with him; he was taken from us way too soon.
Toulou Gavin
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreYou may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read moreThese free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read moreSome basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more