Sylvia Gay, 75, of Cincinnati, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 19, 2020. She was born on January 17, 1945 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Frank Carrington and Alice Davis. She matriculated at Cincinnati Public Schools, attending Taft High School. Sylvia worked for Long View Mental Health Institute for many years. During her free time she loved to spend time with family at gatherings and was always there for anyone who needed help. While providing care at her place of residence in the Sands Senior Building, Sylvia showcased her passion to cook, which she became known for making her favorite potato salad and peach cobbler. Sylvia leaves to cherish her memory: her children, Barry Gay and Antoinette Gay-Hunter; sister, Janice Crenshaw; brothers, Donald and David Crenshaw; eleven grandchildren, Laquesha Gay, Arnold Gay, Krystle Jones, Brittany Hunter, Jordan, Angelique, Jaden, Barrisha, Araya, Barry, Jr., and Barreece Gay; special friend, Ms. Joyce; and a host of loving family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Raymond Crenshaw; son, Arnold Gay; and granddaughter, Tamica Gay. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2020 at New Nazarene Baptist Church, 631 De Votie Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio 45225. NOTE: Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Ohio Governor and our city officials have set guidelines and procedures to follow during public gatherings of funeral services. These restrictions have been arranged with the family. Please allow the family to have their private time during the services being held at 1:00 p.m. A larger gathering may be held at a future date (to be announced) at the discretion of the family. Arrangements entrusted to the care of KINLEY Funeral Home.
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