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Jaylon-Devine Nixon Obituary
He was born in Meriden on July 12, 2001, a son of Teresa (Valentin) Cotto and William H. Nixon Jr., both of Meriden.
Jaylon graduated from Maloney High School in 2019. He was a two-sport standout at Maloney High School of Meriden where he competed in football and diving. Upon his graduation, he held every diving record at Maloney and also held the co-op records with Platt High School. He was an All-Record Journal and All-Conference linebacker for the football team. Jay-Jay was a student at Southern Connecticut State University where he was also a member of the men's swimming and diving team. He competed in the 1 Meter and 3 Meter diving events where he placed third in both events.
Jaylon embodied love, strength, empathy, loyalty, and passion. He truly loved with his whole heart and fiercely shared his love deeply with his family, friends, and any person that had the privilege to see his heart and welcome his genuine smile. Jaylon was a genuine soul, truly, one of a kind. To describe the impact that Jaylon had, has, and will always have on our lives is incredibly challenging to put into words. There was not one person that did not feel the kindness that radiated off of him. Even now as heaven has gained an angel, who will forever be near and dear to our hearts, he continues to give selflessly and touch the lives of others through organ donation. This is Jaylon's legacy: Live Truthfully - Live Fiercely!
In addition to his mother, Teresa, and father, William, he is survived by his step-father, Richard Cotto; his sister, Raeshell K. Nixon of Meriden; his brothers, Daejon M. Nixon, William Trey Nixon all of Meriden and Grayden K. Nixon of Prospect; his maternal grandparents, Efrain and Teresa (Bonilla) Valentin Sr; his aunts and uncles, Efrain Valentin Jr. and wife, Rachel, Madelyn Valentin-Strickland and husband, Robert, Linda Nawrocki and husband, Matthew, Orlando Valentin Sr. and wife, Leslie, Yanira Valentin and Victor Marquez, Yadira Riddle and husband, Alonzo Jamel, Yajaira Valentin, Mercedes Valentin, and Toni Nixon; and many cousins that loved him dearly. He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Judy and William Nixon Sr.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Meriden. Arrangements are under the direction of the Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 North Main St. Ext., Wallingford. www.wallingfordfh.com. A vigil is also being organized for Thursday evening at 7:00 pm at Maloney High School, 121 Gravel Street, Meriden, where friends, family, teammates and all who loved Jaylon can come and celebrate his life.
Jaylon's family has organized a gofundme page to give people the opportunity to honor his life by donating to support scholarships in the sports that he loved being a part of such as swimming and football, and also to provide support to his family.
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Jaylon, as an enthusiastic 8th grader holding the record for our LMS STEAM Night Ruler catch game. He ran up to me to prove hed be the best at the catch game. Made me sit down and watch as he tried 5 more times to beat his own time. <br />I send lo
Tara ONeill
June 26, 2020
Cesar Bonilla Nieves
June 26, 2020
Our hearts and prayers are with you all. Nothing can replace the smiles or experience you had with Jaylons wonderful soul. We are saddened for your loss. We love you all.
Marissa
June 25, 2020
Teresa & family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Heaven gained an angel. xoxo Cardona Family
Jacky Taft
June 25, 2020
Teresa,
I was heartbroken to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. I want to send my sincere condolences to you and your family.
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Conner Family
June 25, 2020
We're so very sorry for your loss and praying for you all during this difficult time. God Bless.
Julio and Maria Hernandez
June 25, 2020
My condolences
Tracey Dickerson
June 25, 2020
My deepest condolences to both families. May you rest in eternal peace .
Carla Braswell
June 25, 2020
My deepest condolences Teresa to you and the family... I love you and stay strong! If you need me for anything call me... I am here for you Always.
Erica Malave
June 25, 2020
Teresa & Nixon,
My heart goes out to you both. Im so sorry for this unimaginable loss. I got to know Jaylon through my son Jayden and I feel blessed to have known him. That kid could light up a room! What a genuine, gentle spirit. He will be missed.
Stacey & Fernando Davila
June 25, 2020
Teresa, there are just no words to describe how incredibly heartbroken we are for you and your family. No mother should ever have to bury her child. We are keeping you in prayer and thinking of you today, especially. RIP Jay-Jay.
With love, Stacey & Fernando
Carmita, Anthony, Daniel, Elijah Stevenson
June 25, 2020
Words don't exist to describe the aching from the loss of such a beautiful soul. Our condolences to the family.
cynthia hudson
June 25, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Debra James
June 25, 2020
Teresa and Family,
There are no words...May God's loving, comforting arms embrace you.
Patricia
June 25, 2020
Con todo mi corazón de Madre de un joven de la misma edad y ex compañero de escuela les envió mi más sentido pésame y le pido a Dios les otorgue mucha fortaleza perder un hijo es algo muy fuerte y doloroso yo lo se .
A toda su familia les enviamos nuestras condolencias .Lo sentimos mucho .
Familia Villegas.
Brenda Danso
June 25, 2020
I didnt really know you well but that morning it felt like Ive always known you Im so hurt we lost a beautiful soul like yours. I know heaven rejoices because theyve gained an angel. Ill continue to pray for your family during this hardship. Youre truly loved by many and youll always be in our hearts.
Tatiana Cotto
June 24, 2020
Sending my heartfelt condolences to my brother Devin and his family. I can not begin to imagine the pain and emptiness you are all feeling. I wish Devin there was some way for me to carry some of what you are feeling, please know I am here as your sister for whatever you need.
Eleanor Biondo
June 24, 2020
Teresa & family,
Sending you prayers for healing, comfort, strength and peace during this painful and difficult time. God bless you!
Erwin Cotto
June 24, 2020
Sending condolences and prayers on behalf of my family, to my son Devin and his family. We all here in Florida love you very much Devin and are here for you always.
Alex Cotto
June 24, 2020
On behalf of the Cotto family, I would like to offer our prayers and condolences to my brother, Devin and his family during these tough times. Love you guys.
Tina H
June 24, 2020
Sending much love, and prayers to your family during this terrible time. He was a beautiful person and I remember the first time I met him. That smile is indeed infectious... may he continue to be the light in the lives of his family.
Daniel Barillaro
June 23, 2020
Miss you man. Loved diving with you my senior year. Thanks for teaching me and getting me perfect 10s. You were really fun to coach to glad I got to coach you my first year as a coach. I keep going back to the morning rides to Saturday practice all the laughs and we just talk. Fly high brother love you
William Maciorowski
June 23, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Sending prayers and love.
carla francis
June 23, 2020
We will never forget all that you accomplished in the short time you was with us. We will forever hold you in our hearts Jaylon. One helluva fantastic spirit. Gone never forgotten. LOVE LIFE & SPIRITHUGZ TO FAMILY.❤❤❤
Caroline L
June 23, 2020
May God bless you and be with you during this difficult time. Sending condolences and prayers. Know that you are all loved and we are here for you.
Kelly Turkington
June 23, 2020
Much love to Teresa and her family. Wishing you all peace and strength to get through this time. ❤
Damaris Torres
June 23, 2020
God blessed me in getting to know such a proper young man. Thank you. My deepest condolences and prayers.
Christine Gagnon
June 23, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Um so sorry for your loss T. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Chanthana Konemany
June 23, 2020
No words can explain...Just know,❤ I love you!❤ , "Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday"
JoAnn (jojo) Boucher
June 23, 2020
My heart aches for your loss. Wishing you healing and peace. Just know you are surrounded by so much love.
Brooke LaValle
June 23, 2020
Ill never forget your ability to make everyone around you smile and laugh. Our CNA class was hard work, and you taught me how to be determined and accept constructive criticism. You were a great friend Jay, love and miss you❤
Marge Ferreira
June 23, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Frank Stange
June 23, 2020
You were a good friend to have you were good baseball teammate ur very talented football player and talented at dives for swim team
Sky T
June 23, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jay Surdyka
June 23, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carol Ann Keough
June 23, 2020
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. I remember your family so fondly while at Saint Mary Church in Meriden. My heart aches for your loss. Please know that Jaylon, and all of you, will be remembered in my prayers. May the wonderful memories you share give you comfort during this difficult time. He will be missed.
Latasha Elliott
June 23, 2020
I am so sorry for your sudden loss. I cant imagine how you are feeling. I pray calm and peace for your soul during this sad time. I dont know you but i do love people and I will continue to pray for your family. ❤
Elvis Tirado
June 23, 2020
There is no words I can say to make a difference. I'm sorry
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