Jade DiMartino Slidell LA Obituary – The passing of Jade DiMartino, a beloved 21-year-old student at Southeastern Louisiana University (SLU), has left the campus community and all who knew her in a state of profound grief. Jade was discovered unresponsive in her dorm room on May 14, 2025, and was sadly pronounced dead by campus authorities. While the cause of death remains under investigation, the overwhelming outpouring of love and tributes from friends, classmates, and faculty highlights the profound impact she had on everyone she encountered.
Jade, the eldest child of Anthony and Melissa DiMartino, was a bright and caring soul whose loss is deeply felt by all who loved her. As the older sister to two younger siblings, Jade was the epitome of what it means to be a loving and supportive family member. Her parents reflect on her as their “sunshine,” and they cherish the memories of family trips to the Gulf Coast, where Jade loved collecting seashells and building sandcastles with her brother and sister. These precious memories, filled with laughter and joy, are now bittersweet reminders of a life taken too soon.
Her father, Anthony DiMartino, expressed the loss with deep emotion: “So many people now see what we always knew. Jade was an amazing person—generous, bright, and full of love.” His words resonate with all who remember Jade for the unique light she brought into their lives.
Jade was more than a daughter and a sister; she was also a beloved member of the Southeastern Louisiana University community. The outpouring of tributes from her peers and professors paints a picture of a young woman whose presence was deeply felt by everyone she encountered. Her classmates have shared stories of her generosity and kindness, describing how Jade was always there to lend a helping hand. One student reflected, “She never met a stranger—only future friends.” Another recalled Jade’s selflessness, saying, “Jade tutored me in math without ever making me feel less than.” Her genuine compassion extended beyond the classroom, as evidenced by one of her peers’ memories: “She planned a dorm-floor movie night when I was homesick. That was Jade.”
The university has responded to the tragic loss by offering grief-counseling resources and organizing a candlelight vigil on Monday, May 19, at 7 p.m. on the Student Union lawn. This event will allow the SLU community to come together to honor Jade’s memory and support one another during this difficult time.
As the family processes this immense loss, they have created a GoFundMe campaign to assist with funeral costs and support for Jade’s siblings. The fundraiser has already seen an outpouring of generosity from those who knew Jade and were touched by her kindness. It is a testament to the way she lived her life—always giving, always lifting others up.
The loss of Jade DiMartino has created a void that will never be filled, but her legacy of compassion, humor, and kindness will continue to inspire all who knew her. Her family, friends, classmates, and professors will carry her memory in their hearts forever, holding onto the joy she brought to their lives.
Rest in peace, Jade DiMartino. Your light will continue to shine in all who were privileged to know you.
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