On the early morning of July 12, 2026, our Father who art in Heaven called upon one of His beautiful angels to come home. We will celebrate the homecoming of E’Lexus from Texas, but we will always keep her alive in our hearts.

E’Lexus Francelle Harlo Conner, 16 years old, of Youngstown, Ohio, was born on September 29, 2009. She was the daughter of Emmett Franklin Harvey Conner, Sr. (Ed’Cia) and Yolanda E. Driver (Jessie).

E’Lexus attended Youngstown Community School and Valley Christian School, where she played basketball. In 2020, they took the MVGYB Division I Championship. At Valley Christian, she was also a cheerleader for the boys’ football and basketball teams.

E’Lexus also attended Cardinal Mooney High School during her freshman and sophomore years. At Cardinal Mooney, she was a cheerleader for the basketball and football teams and a member of the track team.

During her junior year, E’Lexus began attending Chaney High School and Choffin Career Center, where she took Public Safety, CPR, and worked with F.E.M.A.

E’Lexus excelled in every task she undertook and was a straight-A student. She was eagerly anticipating graduating as a member of the inaugural Senior Class of 2027 at the new Youngstown High School, proudly represented by the Defenders and their owl mascot.

During the summer, E’Lexus worked as a youth employee with organizations such as Eleven 23 and United Returning Citizens. She was actively involved in several community youth organizations, including the Boys & Girls Club, the Harambee Youth Organization, and Inspiring Minds Youngstown. Through these programs, she enriched her education, gained valuable knowledge about health, wellness, and personal development, participated in college and career readiness opportunities, and was exposed to a wide range of enriching experiences.

E’Lexus was a beautiful soul who accepted Christ as her Savior in 2023 at her church home, The Light Church. Her presence could light up any room, and she radiated joy, laughter, and love.

She was truly the life of the party, bringing warmth and positive energy wherever she went. Her vibrant personality, radiant smile, and infectious spirit naturally drew people to her. E’Lexus had a remarkable gift for making everyone she encountered feel welcome, valued, and genuinely loved. Known for her kind and compassionate heart, E’Lexus was always willing to help others. Whether it was offering a listening ear, words of encouragement, or a helping hand, she touched countless lives through her generosity and selflessness. She found joy in bringing happiness to those around her and made a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Family meant everything to E’Lexus. She deeply loved her family, treasured her friendships, and shared a special bond with her siblings. E’Lexus loved the latest fashions and her Jordan tennis shoes.

E’Lexus leaves to mourn her passing but celebrate her life: her mother, Yolanda E. Driver (Jessie); her father, Emmett Franklin Harvey Conner, Sr. (Ed’Cia); her siblings: Ash Lee McCoy, Emmett Conner, Jr. (TaKaysha), Eraysha Campbell, Alisha White, Aspen Wise, E’Liyah Conner, Antonio Walter, En’Dia Conner, Conner Burney, Emma’Lee Conner, and Em’Mauri Conner; her special cousin, whom she lived with, Princess Braniya Owens; her special uncles: Du’Val Conner, Da’Shone Conner, Leon Brantley (LaVern), Walter Brown (Michelle), Justin Dixon (Myrah-Ashley), Jermaine Ingram (LaRissa), and Brandon Owens; her special aunts: Trinina Conner, Angelica Simpson (Trevor) of Illinois, Armyana North, and VaKesha Tucker, who helped rear her as a daughter; her favorite cousin, Alyssa “Cree” Harrison, Tristan and Tatum Simpson; her Godmother, Aline Taylor of Youngstown, and Godfather, Bobby Green (Caprice) of Florida; her bonus sister, Skyy Fowler, and bonus cousin, EJ Dorsey; a host of nieces and nephews: E’riel, E’Riane, E’Ryss, and E’Riyah Conner, Aizen Hobby, EVa Galbreath, Raymont Jones, Khylen Wise, Ja’Naiyah, Jalen, Jujuan, and Jo’Elle White, Rayshown, Raylin, Rae’Na, and Raymere Johnson; a host of bonus aunts and uncles: Ursula Roland, Rosalyn Turner, LeEra Hays, Sonya Scott, Anessa Davenport (John), Tuniesha Martin, Michelle Drummond, Katrina McGee, Maxine Jefferson, and Charles Harmon (Tracy); a host of close friends and family: Amira Stevens, Mirrah Justice, Ty’Zre Cross, Laila Edmonds, and her RMG (Real Money Getters) Group Chat; bonus guardians: Vince Levy, Alfred Coward, Sophia Beal, LaTausha Smith, Dom Fowler, and Kenneth Johnson; and her mentors: Lynette Miller, Katrina Simms, Rhonda Taylor (Ms. Sadiya), Harambee Instructors, Edna Edmonds, Jan McCulley, Kenny Boone, Melea N. Johnson, Kiantre Woods, Shirrell Brown, and Tammye T. Hardin.

E’Lexus was preceded in death by her grandparents, Oscar and Josephine North, Emmett Franklin Harvey, Christina Brantley, and Karen Allison; her aunts, Jeannine North and Deneece Brown-Hurt; her uncles, Charles Mills and Albert Ingram; a special cousin, dear to her heart, Trinina Crockett; and her loving Godfather, James Clardy.

A Homegoing Celebration will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 24, 2026, at New Bethel Baptist Church. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., with the Celebration of Life service beginning promptly at 11:00 a.m.

At the family’s request, we kindly ask that no T-shirts displaying her photo be worn to the service. Instead, we invite everyone to honor her memory by wearing something yellow, if possible.

The family has entrusted the care of their loved one to Gregory-Martin Funeral Home. For additional information regarding services, please contact Gregory-Martin Funeral Home at (330) 743-4098.