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Obituary

On September 19, 2024, our boy, Paul "Xander" Alexander Strain, lost his life when we were not at home in an accident while with a distracted caretaker. Xander was such a bright spirit, and so full of life, the world seems not right without him. From the bottom of our hearts, we thank those who have kept us alive and moving through their support the last six months -- our families, friends, neighbors, teachers, nurses, …

Personal note from Erin, Xander's mom

We want this site to be a place to remember Xander, to share about who he was, and all the good he brought into the world in his short time here, and a place for his siblings, and others, not to forget who Xander was, but also who they were when they were with him. Carl was a patient big brother who loved carrying Xander around. Milan came home from school when Xander was a baby and lovingly named him "Squeaker". Essie told me that no matter how many pieces she tore her donut into Xander always wanted one more piece. They loved to play together. Bertie was such an affectionate older brother. Both he and Xander loved it when he tickled him, and Xander laughed his contagious laugh. Jack was just getting to be an older brother who could show Xander the ropes when he was four, and Xander was two, and he misses him dearly. We will never forget you, Xander, and we will never forget the love you brought out in all of us.

Read about the community's response for our family here: https://www.aspentimes.com/op…

Read Allison Daily's article about us here: https://www.pathfindersforyou…

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Minocqua, WI
Minocqua, WI
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Paw Patrol
Paw Patrol
Paw Patrol

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Born

December 19th, 2021
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Moved

July 1st, 2024
Aspen, CO
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Passed away

September 19th, 2024
Aspen, CO

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Cause of death

Accident

Method of disposition

Burial

Final resting place

Red Butte Cemetery

, Aspen, CO 81611
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