Michael Jermaine Best

Michael Jermaine Best obituary

Michael Jermaine Best

Michael Best Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Day Funeral Service - Gahanna on Dec. 5, 2025.
Michael J. Best was born in Ayden, North Carolina on September 12,1984. He passed November 28, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio.

He is survived by his two sons, Malakai and Josh; wife, Danielle; brothers, Kelvin, Garrick, T Ray, Irvin, and Anthony; sister, Keke; father, Thomas Best; aunt, Joyce; and cousin, Monica.

He is proceeded in death by his mother, Betty Jo Rodgers; aunt, Carol; cousin, Kashan; and uncles, Jerome and Bob.

Mike was a very kind, smart, caring and funny individual. He brought a smile to anyone he spoke to. He will be greatly missed!

Day Funeral Service is honored to serve the family of Michael Best.

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