In Loving Memory of Jeremiah Lavar "Jai" Houston

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jeremiah Lavar Houston, affectionately known as "Jai," who departed this life on July 18, 2026, in Newport News, Virginia, at the age of 16.

Jai was born on May 16, 2010, in Statesville, North Carolina, to Justin Lavar Houston and Chereice Michail Forney.

Jai enjoyed creating content, dancing, and singing. He loved all kinds of music and never turned down good food—especially if it included onions. Purple was his favorite color, roses were his favorite flower, and those who knew him will always remember his familiar saying: "Clock it, do you need that?"

He leaves to cherish his precious memories his loving parents, Justin Lavar Houston and Chereice Michail Forney; his siblings Malachi Houston, Ayden Houston, Tori Houston, Justin Houston, Austin Houston, Zechariah Forney, Edward Stinson Jr., Demetrius Stinson, Keenan Stinson, Kwanicia Stinson, Chyna Stinson, and Chanel Stinson; along with a host of other relatives and friends who will forever cherish his memory.

He was preceded in death by his sibling, Kyree Stinson.

Professional services have been entrusted to Royalty Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Wallace, North Carolina

The family has established a GoFundMe to assist with funeral expenses. Those who wish to support the family may contribute using the link below. For additional information, please contact Royalty Funeral Home & Cremation Services at (910) 665-1019 .

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