Gregory Davis Saunders

Gregory Davis Saunders obituary, Columbus, OH

Gregory Davis Saunders

Gregory Saunders Obituary

Visit the Marlan Gary Funeral Home, Chapel of Peace North website to view the full obituary.

Gregory (Greg) Davis Saunders was born in Columbus, Ohio on October 29, 1974. His work on this earth was completed September 24, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his father, Harrison Foster Jr.; mother, Gladys Saunders; stepmother, Jacqualine Foster; grandmother, Martha Williams Saunders.

Greg grew up in his younger years on the South side of Columbus, He attended Sullivant and Westgate Elm, Starling Middle School and graduated from Independence High School in 1993. Greg adopted the name "G’Saun" for himself as to which many know him by. He began working at an early age. His first job being at his dad’s tire shop. Eventually trading in rolling tires for driving 18 of them. Greg started driving semis at 16 years of age, driving for many major trucking companies with Penske being most recent. His work ethic was impeccable.

 An amazing person always willing to help others. He enjoyed giving advice and sharing his knowledge. Greg always had a plan and tackled it head on. Although he worked hard, he also knew how to step away and enjoy his life, Greg loved to travel, spend time with family and friends. Often trading in his 18 wheeler for 2 wheels whether it be riding his bicycle or his motorcycle. Many will remember Greg for his contagious smile and silly nature.

Left to cherish his memory are his brothers, Harrison (Velva) Foster III and William (Deja) Foster; sisters, Tammy Foster, Shelia (Kenneth) Stokes; and sister in law, Kimberly Timberlake; step children, Nadja Green, Ashley, Eric and James McKrimmon III; special and dear friends, Angel Green, Lealand Hollis, Deshawn Womack, and Vincent Bell; favorite couple, Kawatha and Tracey Dunlap, as well as a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

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Marlan Gary Funeral Home, Chapel of Peace North

2500 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43211

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