Jalen Robinson

ROBINSON

Jalen M. Robinson, 20, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, October 11, 2014. Jalen was born in Columbus, OH on March 22, 1994, to Shannon Robinson and Michael Ziegler and is preceded in death by his sister, Hailey Ziegler and great-grandparents Charles and Pauline Winters. Survivors include his parents; siblings Michael, Breanna, Alyssa, Kaylyn, Cameron, Alexis and Aiden Ziegler; grandparents, Charlene Wade, Marlin and Sandy Ziegler; aunt Lisa (Zach) Hamm; cousin Zachary Hamm; coaches and mentors Caska (Coach T) Thompson and Nicholas See; close family friend Valerie Scott; and many other family and friends. Jalen graduated from Mifflin High School in 2013 and currently was attending Tiffin University where he was studying Athletic Management, was a member of the wrestling team, and was a residential advisor. While attending Mifflin High School he was a 4 year varsity letterman in wrestling and in 2013 was the City Champion, Sectional Champion, and placed 2nd in Districts and 4th in State. Also during his senior year, he was First Team All-City in football and was a talented leader. He enjoyed being big brother to his seven siblings. Jalen brought joy to those around him, is loved and will be dearly missed. Family will receive friends on Sunday, October 19, 2014, 2-4 PM and 6-8 PM at MORELAND FUNERAL HOME, 55 East Schrock Road, Westerville, OH 43081. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, October 20, 2014, 11:00 AM at Beechwold Christian Church, 280 Morse Road, Columbus, OH 43214. A Graveside Service will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery, 6440 South High Street, Lockbourne, OH 43137 immediately following the Funeral Service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made payable to the Jalen Robinson Memorial Fund at http://www.gofundme.com/fsjzzs. Messages of condolences may be left at www.morelandfuneralhome.com.