Remembering Deshawn: A Community Leader

Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Deshawn Leeth

From the Leeth Family

It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Deshawn Leeth a devoted father, son, brother, and community leader. Deshawn’s life was a light to so many, and although his time with us was cut short, the legacy he leaves behind is immeasurable.

Deshawn was a man of unwavering faith, deep compassion, and powerful purpose. He lived every day with a heart to serve others always ready to uplift, inspire, and create change. As the Executive Director of Underdawg Nation, Deshawn dedicated himself to supporting at-risk youth throughout Washtenaw, Wayne, and Macomb Counties. He believed in second chances, in purpose over pain, and in building a better future for the next generation.

His love for God, his daughter, his family, and his community was evident in everything he did. Deshawn was a protector, a mentor, and a visionary always standing in the gap for those who needed encouragement, guidance, or simply someone to believe in them. His passion and generosity touched countless lives, and his absence is deeply felt by all who had the honor of knowing him.

We, the Leeth Family, have created this GoFundMe to help cover the unexpected expenses related to Deshawn’s passing and to continue the work he started. Every contribution, big or small, helps us honor his life in a way that reflects the man he truly was a man of strength, heart, and purpose.

Thank you for your prayers, your love, and your support during this incredibly difficult time. Your kindness means more to our family than words can express.

With heartfelt gratitude,

The Leeth Family