Marion Leon Goins

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Marion Leon Goins, affectionately known as "Porky" or "Mr. G" to those who cherished him. Marion left this world on July 24, 2025, just shy of his 64th birthday. Born on August 1, 1961, in Adel, Georgia, Marion's journey led him to a life rich in love, adventure, and service.
Marion's roots in Alliance, Ohio, saw him grow from a young boy into a devoted Christian. A proud graduate of Alliance High School, Class of '79, he joined the U.S. Army shortly thereafter, serving in Augsburg, Germany, and later in the National Guard. In May 1985, he married his beloved wife, Jonyalah Andrews, and together they built a life of unwavering love that lasted 40 wonderful years.
As a truck driver, Marion wasn't just a driver; he was a storyteller, an adventurer who traveled the globe for 12½ years supporting our military in places like Iraq, Afghanistan, and Djibouti. His last gig before hanging up his boots was as a cook at the Gridiron Gastropub at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, where he delighted patrons with his culinary skills.
Marion had an undeniable zest for life, seen in his travels to spectacular places including Spain, Dubai, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Hungary, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Kuwait, and Switzerland. He sought out new experiences and loved sharing tales of his travels with friends and family.
As we reflect on his life, we remember Marion not just for his accomplishments, but for the joy he brought into the lives of those around him. His laughter, warmth, and generosity will forever remain in our hearts.
Marion was preceded in death by his father Jessie Tucker, brother James Brown, brother in-law Knox Jr. Andrews, and sister-in-law Lebena Foster. He is survived by his wife Jonyalah Goins of Canton, OH, mother Francis Davis of League City, TX, brothers Gayle Evans of GA, Staff D. Isaac (Stephanie) of League City, TX, Kenneth Tucker of New York, NY, Clifford Pettiford Sr. of Adel, GA, Rickey Pettiford, Teney Pettiford, and Randy Tucker (Barbara) all of Tifton, GA, Quarterris Crawford Sr. of Columbus, GA, sisters Tangela Davis and Jessica Tucker of Columbus, GA, mother-in-law Eva Foster of Grady, AL, father-in-law Rev. Knox Andrews of Montgomery, AL, brothers-in-law Benjamin Andrews and Jonas Foster III of Grady, AL, Hosalee Foster (Tanya) and Charlie Foster of Atlanta, GA, and Thomas Minns of New York, NY, sister-in-law Amgulah Simmions (Larry) and Tina Hardgrove, special niece Amber Davis, and special friends Attorney George Urban, the Farmer and Mills family, Pastor Laymon Carter, Adam Hammond, and the AC PEO Sisters of Canton, Ohio.
In honor of Marion's life, we will hold a Memorial Visitation on Saturday August 16, 2025, at 12:00 PM at Reed Funeral Home 705 Raff Road SW Canton, OH 44710, followed by a Memorial Service at 1:00 PM with Pastor Bradley Chambers officiating.
Though he may be gone, the legacy of love and laughter that Marion L. Goins leaves behind will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him.