Oscar "John" Pace, age 40, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on March 31, 2021. He was born on August 9, 1980 in Columbus, Ohio to Oscar L. Staton and Tina M Pace. He joins in death his step-mother Laura Blake Staton. Oscar "John" leaves behind his fiancé Nicole Abbott; siblings Lisa Staton, Tina Staton, Christopher Staton and Jason Slone; children Tyler Gray, Noah Pace, Ariel Pace, Bella Abbott, Maddy Abbott and Ava Abbott and grandchild Kaydence Gray. He will be deeply missed by many family members and friends. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.