November 27, 2025, marked a profound loss for San Diego when Xavier Zamarron, a 23-year-old Marine Corps veteran and rising real estate entrepreneur, passed away unexpectedly. The news has reverberated across military circles, Montgomery High School alumni networks, and the local business community he proudly served.
Born June 10, 2002, Xavier graduated with Montgomery High School’s Class of 2020, where his natural leadership and infectious energy made him a standout among the Aztec family. He balanced rigorous academics with early business ventures, foreshadowing the entrepreneurial drive that would later define him. Even during the pandemic-disrupted senior year, he remained a unifying force among classmates.
After high school, Xavier enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, earning respect for his composure under pressure and commitment to his fellow service members during active duty. The values of honor and resilience he gained in uniform became the foundation for everything that followed. He frequently returned to San Diego veterans’ events to mentor younger Marines transitioning to civilian life.
Launching thecowboyhatguy brand, Xavier quickly established himself as a licensed real estate agent (CA DRE# 02241715) with eXp Realty, blending his contracting expertise with a sharp eye for luxury and VA-backed properties. Clients sought him out for his transparent approach and ability to turn complex transactions into smooth, celebratory milestones. His signature cowboy hat became a recognizable symbol of trust across San Diego listings.
Family remained Xavier’s anchor; he was a devoted son and brother who cherished Sunday dinners with his parents and spontaneous beach days with siblings and cousins. His South Bay home often echoed with laughter from backyard barbecues where Marine stories mingled with real estate triumphs. He made time for fishing trips at Imperial Beach and mentoring teens at his former high school.
At just 23, Xavier Zamarron packed decades of purpose into a few short years, proving that courage and kindness can reshape communities. His legacy lives on in every home he helped families claim, every veteran he guided forward, and every Aztec who will remember the classmate who always believed bigger dreams were possible.