Xavier Lee Winston South Bend, Indiana Obituary

Xavier Lee Winston

<p>Born on October 25, 2001, in South Bend, IN, passed away on May 26, 2023. A courageous, funny, smart, and inspiring young man, Xavier made an unforgettable impact on the lives of those who knew him. </p><p>During his time at LaSalle and Adams High Schools, Xavier was an accomplished baseball player, earning the title of 2020 Homecoming King and graduating as Valedictorian from Adams High School. He was attending Ball State University, enrolled in the College of Business, with dreams of making a difference in the world. In the words of Nelson Mandela, "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world," and Xavier passionately pursued his academic goals. </p><p>Xavier is survived by his father, Demetrius Winston; his mother, Erica DeLeon; his brothers, Alistair and Greyson Winston; his grandparents, Tina DeSmet, Gilberto DeLeon, Archie (Martha) Winston all of South Bend, Indiana; and great-grandparents, Caroline McKinley, Kathy Pellow, George DeSmet, and Claudia DeLeon. </p><p>&nbsp; </p>
October 25, 2001 - May 26, 202310/25/200105/26/2023
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June 9, 2023
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Chris & Linda Ondrovic
June 9, 2023
There are no words to be said that could ease the pain your family is enduring. Find peace and comfort in loved ones during this most difficult time. X was a ray of sunlight. He will be sorely missed.
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George De Smet
June 9, 2023
Xavier:
In your short time with us you have had the impact on us that other strive for in a lifetime.

I'm proud of you and your accomplishments, I love and you will always be in my heart..

You have inspired those you touched to follow your path to ... Continue Reading
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Sherry Lee
June 8, 2023
May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you
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Doug, Linda, Evan and Megan Kroll
June 7, 2023
Xavier was such a special part of our family for so many years. So many memories shared from Tarkington, to Eastside, to LaSalle, to Adams and beyond. We were so blessed by him in our lives. He was Evans best friend and we will miss him so much. We are grateful for a... Continue Reading
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Doug, Linda, Evan and Megan Kroll and Natalia Carrasco
June 7, 2023
We will miss him so much. We loved him and we love you. May his light shine always in our hearts. God bless you.
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