Julian Cruz Silva

Julian Cruz Silva, age 17, of Macon Township, Michigan, passed away on February 18, 2026. Born on October 2, 2008, in Adrian, Michigan, to Fidel Silva and Ellen Marie Champagne, Julian grew up surrounded by a large and loving family.

He worked in landscaping for Tiffany’s Gardens and found joy in his many creative and personal interests. Julian had a deep passion for cars and video games, and he was a talented artist with a remarkable gift for drawing. Above all, he cherished his role as a devoted father to his son, Kamari.

Julian is survived by his grandmother, Sherry Champagne; his father, Fidel Silva; and his siblings, Emiliano Silva, David Silva, Vanessa Casarez, Gabriella Silva, Natalie Silva, Manuel Silva, Claudio Silva, Xelena Silva, Camden McKinney, and Zaeden McKinney. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ellen Champagne; his grandfathers, Wayne Goodin and David Silva Sr.; and his cousins, Antonio David Silva, Alora Rose Silva, and A’Rianna Aliciana Silva-Chavez.