The people of Southwest Detroit are very sad after Sexton Terrell died suddenly. His body was found early on November 19. Neighbors say the news felt like “a punch to the chest” because Sexton was someone everyone could count on every day.
Friends remember his Chevy Equinox slowly driving down the street each morning. This small detail made him feel steady and reliable. They say he always smiled warmly at people, even when he looked tired. His family says he was gentle, loyal, and always the first to help when someone needed him.
People in the community have held candlelight vigils. They share stories about how Sexton made them feel important with simple acts like holding doors, checking in, or quietly helping. His death has left a deep silence in a neighborhood that once felt happier because of him.
The police are still looking into what happened. The community waits for answers. But everyone who loved Sexton says one thing is sure: his kindness will always be remembered.
