Nationwide — Alexus Lee and John “JR” Collins, an engaged African American couple from East Baton Rouge, Louisiana, had been constructing a life collectively when tragedy struck and claimed each of their lives in separate automotive crashes. The couple, who shared a 4-year-old son named Gabriel, had been planning to get married in February 2026.
Based on WAFB 9, Alexus misplaced management of her SUV on Plank Street close to Lemon Street in Zachary and overturned right into a culvert. When JR acquired the devastating information, he rushed to the scene, however tragically misplaced management of his personal automobile and crashed simply outdoors the city of Clinton. He was ejected from the automotive and died on the scene. Authorities confirmed neither was sporting a seatbelt.
Their younger son, Gabriel, is now surrounded by a robust household community. “He understands what occurred, and he’s simply having a bit of bother comprehending that we will’t speak to them,” Sandra Collins shared. “However he understands that they’re asleep and with God.” Dominque Lee added, “I do know they left right here understanding their little one is in good arms for positive.”
JR’s father, Arthur Collins, stated by way of tears, “I really like them and I’m gonna miss each of them, and I’m gonna discover the energy to go forward.” The grieving households, united in sorrow, described Alexus and JR’s bond as a lovely whirlwind romance, full of love and laughter. “To know her was to like her,” JR’s mom, Sandra Collins, stated of Alexus. Dominque Lee, Alexus’s sister, added, “Shedding Lexus was simply totally different… it’s like part of me is gone.”
Alexus had not too long ago graduated from Southern College and was a instructor at East Feliciana STEAM Academy, whereas JR labored as a truck driver with a ardour for sports activities automobiles. The couple had simply bought their first house collectively. Regardless of the unimaginable loss, the households are united of their dedication to elevating Gabriel with love and stability. “We are going to do no matter it takes to offer him life,” stated Sandra Collins.
A joint celebration of life for Alexus and JR was held on Wednesday, Could 21, at East Feliciana STEAM Academy, situated at 9414 Plank Street in Clinton, Louisiana.
