Damon L. Speaks

Damon L. Speaks, 45, of Springfield, Ohio passed away peacefully on Tuesday July 27, 2021 surrounded by close family. He was born in Springfield, Ohio on September 23, 1975 to the union of Joe W. Speaks, Jr. and Brenda (Neeley) Speaks. He was the front man of the band “A New Breed” and formerly “Straight Six”. Damon enjoyed the company of his many cats. He was also a veteran of the United States Navy. Damon leaves to cherish his memory: parents, Joe and Brenda Speaks; brothers, Jeffrey Speaks of Kawasaki, Japan, Robert (Bonnie) O’Neal of Chesapeake, Virginia and Jason Speaks of Springfield, Ohio; daughters, Kiana Scheerschmidt, Audrey Speaks and Dakota Speaks; grandmother, Mary Minor; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends. Services will be privately held at the request and convenience of the immediate family. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the local SPCA. The family extends its gratitude to the Hospice staff of Springfield. Arrangements entrusted to care of KINLEY Funeral Home.