Analeigha Tlahuetl, a vibrant 5-year-old from the Fort Wayne area in Indiana, passed away on December 19, 2025, at Lutheran Hospital Downtown, leaving an indelible mark of joy on her family and those who knew her brief but luminous life.
Born on December 15, 2020, to Manuel Tlahuetl and Jocelyn Dilley, she navigated her young years with an infectious spirit that illuminated everyday moments in Allen and Kosciusko Counties. The community reflects on the profound tenderness of a child whose laughter and affection created cherished memories amid northern Indiana’s familial landscapes.
Analeigha’s personality shone with an infectious smile and humorous flair, delighting in being the center of attention through playful antics and engaging charm. Her love for Disney movies, especially “Frozen” and “Moana,” fueled imaginative play and melodic sing-alongs that filled her home with enchantment and delight. This enthusiasm for Hello Kitty further highlighted her youthful creativity, fostering a world of wonder in her daily experiences.
Attending Turnstone in Fort Wayne for therapy and preschool, Analeigha embraced opportunities for growth and connection, spreading her warmth to peers and educators in a supportive environment dedicated to empowering children with disabilities. Her participation reflected resilience and joy, contributing positively to the inclusive community at this renowned center that nurtures potential through specialized programs in the region.
At the heart of Analeigha’s world was her deep familial bonds, cherished by mother Jocelyn Dilley and grandparents Jessica Dilley along with Brandi and Manuel Tlahuetl. She brought endless laughter to aunts, uncles, and cousins including Makenna, Trey, Matthew, Zariya, Ana, Andres, Demian, Melina, Catalina, and Mateo, weaving threads of happiness through extended relationships.
A Life Celebration Visitation will occur on December 29, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. at Titus Funeral Home in Warsaw, followed by Mass at 12:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church officiated by Father Jonathan Norton, with burial at Oakwood Cemetery. These gatherings allow the community to honor her joyful essence and support the family in remembrance. Arrangements reflect thoughtful care during this tender period.
Analeigha Tlahuetl lived a life well lived, filled with playful imagination through Disney favorites and Hello Kitty, therapeutic growth at Turnstone, and boundless love shared with mother, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Her legacy endures in the laughter she inspired and the heartfelt warmth she brought to family gatherings. In this season of remembrance, her bright spirit serves as a testament to embracing joy, affection, and connection in the precious moments of childhood.