Key Takeaways
- The information about the cause of the untimely d*ath of Deshawn Leeth, who passed away on April 7, 2025, is not yet available.
- Left to cherish his life are his four sisters and the whole family.
- He is the founder of a nonprofit organization named Under Dawg Nation.
Deshawn Leeth, founder and director of Under Dawg Nation, a nonprofit organization based in Ypsilanti, Michigan, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at the age of 30.
While the information regarding the cause and manner of the untimely d*ath of the Michigan native Deshawn Leeth is not yet available, the whole community mourns the loss of their beloved member.
Moreover, many of his friends and loved ones are expressing their sorrow on the untimely d*ath of Deshawn Leeth and extending their heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult time.
One of his friends, Myriah Lenee, took to her Facebook page to express her sorrow and recall the memories of the late Deshawn Leeth.
The post reads:
“Deshawn Leeth when I say SO SAD ,I am so sad and hurt 😔. Been not just knowing you but friends since we were 10years old. I was literally depressed and you knew it picked me up took me out and let me cry my eyes out and then told me alright shut that shit up let’s drink 🍹 🥰. It sucks your life was cut short ,I’m w. Relief that you changed your life around and got right w. God ,did things in the community for the kids and always was a helping hand 🤞🏽 when it comes to a stand up guy he was it 💯 get yo rest my guy until we meet again 🕊️ 👼🏽. . .
Myriah Lenee
Why the real ones gotta go 😢 #StonyBrookKids ❤️🩹.”
Deshawn Leeth, born on the east side of Detroit, Michigan, on May 1, 1994, was the youngest of five children.
He is survived by his four sisters, Angela, Yolanda, Resa, and Andria and the whole family.
The late Deshawn Leeth Founded Under Dawg Nation In 2021
The late Michigan native Deshawn Leeth started his nonprofit organization Under Dawg Nation in late August 2021 to keep kids out of the juvenile system and help prevent teen violence.
Moreover, his commitment to supporting young people stemmed from his experiences with the juvenile justice system and his struggles with leading a life of crime.
At just 11, Leeth began stealing food and other items to help feed his family during challenging times, as his mother, Denise Leeth, struggled with substance addiction and his father passed away in an accident.
In an interview, the late Deshawn Leeth stated that his first interaction with the criminal justice system was when he was 11, after stealing a bike at Kmart.
Furthermore, he went to Wastenaw County Juvenile Center at 11, and at age 18 in 2012, he received a prison sentence after years of living a criminal lifestyle on the streets.
Following his release from the Michigan Department of Corrections on January 5, 2021, at the age of 27, the late Deshawn began dedicating his efforts to helping youth and established his non-profit organization.
Until his last breath, he dedicated his life to helping teens stay away from violence.
His dedication and contribution to the community will always remain in the hearts of his family, friends, and loved ones.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- On behalf of Deshawn Leeth’s immediate family, his sister Yolanda Leeth kindly asks that anyone planning to do something in his honor first contact the family and share their intentions respectfully.
- He graduated from Eastern Michigan University and attended Ypsilanti High School.
