Gerald Eugene Irvin, 70, of Columbus, Ohio, died on March 8, 2014, from a single shotgun wound to his upper body. The Franklin County Coroner determined the wound was an accidental shooting. Irvin was found in his driveway in the Hilltop area of Columbus.

Born February 24, 1944, in Circleville, Ohio, he was survived by children Donna, Melissa, Thomas, and Robert Irvin; grandson Shane Irvin; great-grandson Teran Irvin; brother Larry Avery; and a special friend, Kim Arrowood. The coroner and investigators concluded there was no foul play; no arrests, suspects, or litigation resulted from the incident.

If anyone knew Gerald or was in the Hilltop neighborhood around March 8, 2014, any memories or information about him or that day could be helpful to his family and the community.