Sergio A. Xinico Batz passed away following a tragic accident at Virginia Beach, leaving his family and community in deep grief. Sergio was only 22 years old and was remembered as kind, funny, and intelligent. His dreams of exploring the United States were abruptly cut short when he and his friends, Santos Ismael Olcot and Sergio Giovany Olcot, were pulled out to sea by a rip current on September 21st. While his friends were found shortly after, Sergio’s body was not discovered until the following Tuesday.
Sergio, originally from Guatemala, had been living in the U.S. with only a handful of family members. His family now faces the heartbreaking task of sending him back to his homeland, where most of his relatives reside. The costs of repatriating his remains have added to the emotional burden on his loved ones, who were neither financially nor emotionally prepared for this sudden loss.
A fundraiser has been organized by Kiera Smith to help cover the expenses of sending Sergio and his two friends back to Guatemala. In an emotional post on Facebook, Eli’s Brick Oven Pizza and Market shared:
"With a heavy heart, we regret to share that one of our own pizza makers, Selvin, lost his brother in a tragic accident over the weekend. This sudden loss has left his family devastated, and they are now facing unexpected financial burdens."
The community is rallying to offer their support by donating to the GoFundMe page, which has already seen contributions from individuals such as Jackie Smith and Sheila Juarez.
Sergio will be remembered for his vibrant personality and the love he brought to those who knew him. The fundraiser emphasizes that any support, no matter how small, will help ease the burden of returning him home to his grieving family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Xinico Batz family and all those affected during this difficult time. May Sergio’s soul rest in peace.
Short Summary of Sergio A. Xinico Batz
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Sergio A. Xinico Batz |
| Date of Passing | September 21, 2024 |
| Fundraiser Created By | Kiera Smith |
| Location | Virginia Beach, VA |
| Purpose | Funeral expenses, repatriation to Guatemala |
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