In Loving Memory of Josiah Alcozer
Belton, Texas
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, the Belton, Texas community is mourning the tragic and unimaginable loss of Josiah Alcozer, a vibrant 17-year-old whose life was cut short far too soon. His passing has left an ache that words cannot fully capture—one felt deeply by his family, friends, classmates, and all who knew and loved him.
According to the Belton Police Department, the incident occurred on December 30, 2025, at a residence in the 800 block of West Avenue I. Josiah was spending time with others at the home when a firearm was being handled. During that moment, the weapon discharged, and Josiah was struck in the head. Despite the response of authorities and emergency personnel, his injuries proved fatal. What should have been an ordinary day became a moment of irreversible heartbreak.
Josiah was more than a headline or a tragic statistic—he was a son, a friend, a student, and a young man full of promise. At just 17, he stood on the threshold of adulthood, with dreams still forming and a future full of possibility ahead of him. Those who knew Josiah remember him for his youthful spirit, his presence, and the way he connected with those around him. His laughter, energy, and individuality left lasting impressions on everyone fortunate enough to share time with him.
The suddenness of Josiah’s passing has shaken the Belton community to its core. Friends and loved ones are left grappling not only with grief, but with the painful reality of all the moments that will now never come—milestones, celebrations, and everyday memories that make up a life. His loss serves as a sobering reminder of how fragile life can be and how quickly everything can change.
As his family mourns the loss of their beloved son, they are surrounded by an outpouring of love, prayers, and support from a community united in sorrow. In the days ahead, that compassion will be a source of strength as they navigate a grief no family should ever have to endure.
Josiah Alcozer will be remembered for who he was, not for how he died. His life—though heartbreakingly brief—held meaning, love, and value beyond measure. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him and in the shared commitment to honor his life by cherishing every moment and protecting one another.
May Josiah Alcozer rest in eternal peace. May his family and friends find comfort in cherished memories, strength in community, and healing with time. He is gone far too soon, but forever loved and never forgotten. 🕊️
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