Damen McKenzie

Damen Dynelle McKenzie, also known as D-Man, passed away on December 19, 2023, at the age of 47. He was born on July 30, 1976, to his loving mother, Kelly McKenzie in Joliet, Illinois.

Damen was educated in the Joliet Public School system. He worked for various companies as a laborer.

Damen was a family-oriented man who cherished his loved ones above all else. He found immense joy in spending time with his daughter and grandchildren, who meant the world to him. He took pleasure in accompanying his granddaughter to get her nails done, and taking his grandson to get a haircut. Damen's grandchildren were his world, and he took pride in preparing breakfast for them, often serving bacon, eggs, and pancakes with a mix of Fruit Loops and Fruity Pebbles.

Damen had a passion for basketball and enjoyed playing the sport. However, his greatest accomplishments were his child and grandchildren. They brought him immense happiness and fulfillment throughout his life.

Damen was preceded in death by his grandparents, Willie and Dorothy McKenzie.

Damen is survived by his cherished and devoted mother, Kelly McKenzie of Bremen, GA. Also left to cherish his memory; his daughter, Dominique Merrell, his sister, Brandi Teamer, as well as his brothers, Daric McKenzie, Shaun Hall, and Devin Hall. He was a doting and proud grandfather to his beloved grandchildren, Alaysia, Amar’e, and Amir Norris; paternal uncle, Darryl Prince; godmother, Annabelle Williams-Jones, special cousin, Darrin “Pedro” Smith, and special friends, Frankie “Kojack” McDaniel, Ciara McDaniel and Pavielle Dixon; nephew, Seth “Marri” McKenzie and niece, Sasha McKenzie who he loved as his own and numerous family and friends.

Damen Dynelle McKenzie will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by his loving family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched.

Unwavering Faith is what we have.

We must put it all in the hand of God.

No weapon formed against you shall prosper,

And every tongue which rises against you in judgment

You shall condemn. Isaiah 54:17