Birth date: Jun 26, 2000 Death date: May 8, 2026
Esteban Ayala, beloved son, brother, uncle, friend. Esteban was born to Mercedes and Jesus Ayala in Inglewood, CA. He graduated High School from Gladewater ISD in 2019. He also graduated from Lincoln Tech as a welder in 2021. Est Read Obituary
Also, the Monday after you passed was the day I had planned to send out the curly hair tarantula you bought from me. The weather had finally warmed up enough for me to safely ship her, and I was getting everything ready for you. You and I had planned to do it that day.
You already had all the supplies ready and were ***so*** excited about getting your first tarantula. I remember how happy you were talking about it, asking questions, wanting to make sure everything would be perfect for her. And honestly, I know she would’ve been in incredibly good hands with you.
I still have her. She ended up becoming one of my personal tarantulas, one I’ll never be able to sell now. I named her after you.
I thought about posting a picture of her, but I know a lot of people are scared of spiders and are uncomfortable even seeing pictures of them. Still, every time I see or feed her, I think about you and how excited you were to meet her. I know it probably sounds silly to some people to get emotional over something like a tarantula, but it mattered because you mattered. It was something you were genuinely excited for, and I’m sorry you never got to meet her.
I’ll take good care of her for you. ♡
I’ve been trying to write this for a long time, and every single time I start, I end up emotional and unable to finish it. I still don’t really know the right words to say, because how do you properly put into words what someone meant to you when they’re suddenly gone?
I only knew Eeperz for a little over six months, and I only knew him through VR, but that never made the friendship feel any less real. If anything, he was one of the most genuine people I’ve met in a very long time. Every single interaction with him mattered. Every time he joined a call, every interaction in VR, every conversation, every stupid joke, every late night talk he had this way of making people feel seen and cared about.
He always asked how you were doing and actually meant it. He listened. He remembered things. Even little things that no one else remembered. He cared about people in a way that’s honestly rare now. You could have the worst day imaginable, and somehow he’d still manage to make you laugh or smile without even trying. That was just who he was. I don’t think he realized how much of an impact he had on people around him. He made spaces feel warmer just by being there. So many people loved him, and it’s heartbreaking knowing the world lost someone with such a genuinely good heart.
I keep thinking about all the little moments now. The conversations I thought we’d have more time for. The times I could’ve checked in more. The things I wish I’d said. I’m sorry I couldn’t come to your funeral. I’m sorry I wasn’t there for you more. I'm sorry we didn't talk as much as could have. I wish I could’ve done something, anything. I wish I knew what happened to you. But more than anything, I just hope you didn't suffer. I hope it wasn’t painful.
It hurts so much knowing I’ll never get to hang out with you again, or hear you come into VC to ask about everyone's day, never get another message or another laugh out of you, or even how my avatar's ears are suddenly safe from you posing them all the time,. And honestly, I still don’t think part of me fully believes you’re gone. It doesn't feel real.
Thank you for every laugh. Thank you for every conversation. Thank you for being the kind of person who made other people feel important and cared for just by existing around them. You made my days better more times than you probably ever realized. You were genuinely one of the kindest souls I’ve met, and I don’t think I’ll ever forget you. I hope you knew how much people cared about you, loved you, and now miss you so very much.
Rest easy, Eeperz. I miss you.
-Husk.Says.No
When we first met I was super overwhelmed cause it was in such a large group of folks I didn't know... I don't remember it super well, but I do know that you were one of the first to come up and welcome me to the group. We didn't talk much until more recently, but I wish we had because you were always so kind and always thinking of others.
We were only friends in VR and online, but he was always a ray of sunshine and hope in the room. All he wanted to do was be silly and make people smile, and he was really, really good at it. He didn't take much too seriously but was an absolute wizard at games: he handed my butt to me many, many times haha. I already miss those nights where we made so much chaos and had so many laughs... We pretend fought too, but it all in good fun. It's lonely without you causing trouble.
I wish I knew him better than I did, but what I do know is that he will be sorely missed and that I want do my best to live up to his legacy of being a light in other's lives.
I'll carry on the chaos for ya, buddy; So rest well and watch over us from above for me.
We were only friends online in VR, but he was always a ray of sunshine and hope in the room. All he wanted to do was be silly and make people smile, and he was really, really good at it. He didn't take much too seriously but was an absolute wizard at games: he handed my butt to me many, many times haha. I already miss those nights where we made so much chaos and had so many laughs... We pretend fought too, but it all in good fun.
I wish I knew him better than I did, but what I do know is that he will be sorely missed and that I want do my best to live up to his legacy of being a light in other's lives.
I'll carry on the chaos for ya, buddy. So rest well and watch over us from above for me.
Though we've been friends for only a year, I felt like we friends for many more. Hanging out online, playing games and even chatting often. You will forever be loved and missed
There were times when I was feeling very down and he'd be the first to notice and help cheer me up, as well as inform everyone else I needed a dose of happiness. I'm so glad I got to meet him.
Our first meeting escapes me but one of the fondest things I remember of you was the way you would say “hi” when people greeted you. You were a big inspiration for me always encouraging me to never give up on my talents you complimented me on my singing you helped me when I was having self doubts about myself. I keep going back into our conversations the last thing we talked about was you saying you would be coming on the trip at the end of the month I was so excited and planned to give you the biggest hug ever. I will never forget you Esteban and I’m going to truly miss you.
Don't remember the day we met but you were one of the first to come over and say hi. Was somewhat introverted back then yet every time I was around you I felt as if my old self was slowly coming back out, wasn't as nervous about talking to others without them having to approach me. Even started making jokes and being outgoing again without my anxiety acting up after meeting you a few times. You were a silly dude but always put a smile on someones face, even helped out others when ever they needed it.
Out of all the folks I've met in met life you were the one of the few who slowly melted away this frozen soul that lost its joy years ago without even knowing it. Leaving only warmth. Though you're gone I feel as if you're right beside me, still bringing joy to my heart and pushing me to better my self. I'll carry this fire with me for the rest of my life. I'll miss you bro, thank you for being my friend.
With love,
Derrell
I remember when I first met you. I thought you were the funniest guy I met. Our bond grew fast and I called you brother. You showed me such kindness and support I never knew before. I only wish I could have hugged you like I always said I would. Know that you were my pillar, my support when I didn’t have any. I love you soooooo much and I will miss you all the more. Even though you broke pasta to anger me, I never stayed mad. I miss you already. Please know that I will never forget you. Not as long as I shall live.
Your sister from another Mr.,
Andrea
