Wesley Breeze Obituary: Beloved Versailles 8th Grader Passes Away
Wesley Breeze Obituary: Beloved Versailles 8th Grader Passes Away
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The Versailles community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Wesley Breeze, a beloved eighth-grade student whose passing has deeply affected classmates, teachers, and families throughout the district. According to a statement from the Versailles Exempted Village School District, Wesley passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2025, leaving the small, tight-knit town in shock and grief.
With the family’s permission, the school district shared the devastating news, expressing sorrow and emphasizing the importance of coming together during this difficult time. “It is with the permission of the family and with a very heavy heart that I share this information,” the district’s message read. “This afternoon, Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, 8th grader Wesley Breeze passed away. We will have grief counselors available at school tomorrow (Sunday) in the High School gym for students and families who wish to come together in support of each other and of the Breeze family. Anyone is welcome.”
Grief Counselors and Community Support
To provide comfort and support for those affected, grief counselors will be available at the Versailles High School gym, located at 280 Marker Road, Versailles, Ohio. The gym will open at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 2, and will remain open as long as needed for students, staff, and families who wish to gather, talk, and grieve together.
The district is encouraging anyone who knew Wesley — classmates, friends, teachers, or community members — to attend and seek support. The goal is to create a space where everyone can share memories, express emotions, and begin the healing process surrounded by people who understand their pain.
Remembering Wesley Breeze
Though details surrounding Wesley’s passing have not been released publicly, it is clear from community reactions that he was deeply loved and admired. Wesley was known as a kind, respectful, and friendly student whose positive spirit touched the lives of everyone around him.
Teachers and classmates have described him as a bright young man with a warm smile and an uplifting presence — someone who made school days brighter and friendships stronger. His loss is being felt across Versailles, as students, parents, and staff mourn together while offering heartfelt condolences to the Breeze family.
Community Strength and Compassion
The Versailles community has always been known for its compassion and unity, and in the wake of this tragedy, residents are rallying to support the Breeze family in every possible way. Messages of love and sympathy have been shared across social media, with many expressing how Wesley’s memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
The district continues to remind students and parents that grief counselors will remain available in the coming days for anyone who needs help processing this loss.
Final Thoughts
The passing of Wesley Breeze is an unimaginable tragedy that has left an entire community in mourning. While his time on earth was far too short, the love, kindness, and joy he shared will never be forgotten.
As the Versailles Exempted Village School District and the Breeze family navigate this difficult time, the entire region stands beside them — offering prayers, support, and strength in remembrance of a life gone too soon.
