Obituaries

Demetrius Lamont Fant, 47, passed away on February 6, 2026. Services will be Saturday, February 14, 2026 beginning with visitation at 11 am and funeral service to follow at 1 pm at King Solomon Baptist Church, 1620 Anderson Street.

Demetrius was truly loved and left a lasting impression on everybody who knew him. He was from 28th Street and was proud of where he came from. He loved to tell jokes and keep people laughing. He was a proud graduate of Seneca High School, Class of 1997. He did not have a church home, but he attended King Solomon Baptist Church from time to time.

Demetrius shared over 20 years of love with his significant other, Lakesha Young. Their bond was built on loyalty, growth, and standing by each other through everything life brought their way. He loved music and could always be found riding with 8Ball and MJG, South Circle, and Mr. Mike playing loud. He loved money, not for flash, but because his biggest goal was always to make sure his kids were good. He enjoyed playing basketball, and had a real love for cars and riding. He lived life his way, stayed true to himself, and stood solid for the people he loved. Most of all, He loved hard. He showed up for his family and friends, protected those close to him, and left behind memories that will never fade. Though his absence hurts deeply, his love, laughter, and spirit will live on through everyone who knew him.

He was a proud and devoted father. His children were his heart and his biggest motivation. Everything he did, he did with them in mind. Demetrius loved music and could always be found riding with 8Ball and MJG, South Circle, and Mr. Mike playing loud. He loved money, not for flash, but because his biggest goal was always to make sure his kids were good. He had smooth handles on the basketball court and a real love for cars and riding. He lived life his way, stayed true to himself, and stood solid for the people he loved. Most of all, Demetrius loved hard. He showed up for his family and friends, protected those close to him, and left behind memories that will never fade. Though his absence hurts deeply, his love, laughter, and spirit will live on through everyone who knew him.

Demetrius was preceded in death by his baby girl Christiana Lynn Fant who he loved deeply and spoke of; losing her was something that stayed with him he’s also proceeded in death by his grandparents, Mamie Fant and Bennie Fant.  He leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving parents Deborah Fant and Robert Pointer his kids Demetrius Fant Jr Diamond Hanserd Christian Fant and Christina Fant; siblings, Mahogany Fant, DeAndre Fant, Tomeka Crawford, Derrick Wickliffe, and Brandon Crawford, And also his loving nieces and nephews and Grandchildren. He leaves behind a close circle of friends who meant the world to him and stood by him through life. Their bond ran deep, and they shared countless memories, laughs, and real moments together. Those friends include James Moore, Devin Henderson, Eugene Henderson, Lavon Crayton, Willie Ford, and Montez D’mon. He also carried the memories of Shawntez Coleman and Courtney Otis close to his heart and never forgot them.