Olive Branch, MS — A wave of heartbreak and sorrow has swept through the communities of Memphis, Tennessee, and Olive Branch, Mississippi, as friends, family, and loved ones mourn the tragic and untimely death of 24-year-old Alexis Boyce. The young mother, described as vibrant, loving, and deeply devoted to her child, was found dead earlier this week in what authorities are currently investigating as a suicide.
Alexis, a native of Memphis and a cherished daughter, sister, friend, and mother, was discovered deceased at an undisclosed location in Olive Branch, Mississippi. While specific details surrounding the circumstances of her passing have not been fully disclosed, law enforcement officials have confirmed that they are treating the case as a suspected suicide. An official investigation remains ongoing.
The devastating news has left those closest to her in a state of grief and disbelief. Tributes have begun to pour in across social media platforms, with family and friends expressing their deep sorrow and sharing heartfelt memories of a woman remembered for her radiant smile, her unwavering love for her child, and her ability to uplift those around her even while quietly enduring her own struggles.
To many who knew her, Alexis was more than just a young mother — she was a beacon of warmth and strength, someone who poured her energy into the people she loved, especially her child, who is now left to navigate life without her. In light of her passing, calls for increased mental health awareness and access to support resources have grown louder, as many reflect on the unseen battles that individuals often face behind closed doors.
The loss of Alexis Boyce has cast a long shadow over her family, who are now grappling with an overwhelming grief while rallying together to support her surviving child. Loved ones are asking for prayers and compassion during this painful time and are urging the community to hold one another a little tighter.
A memorial or vigil is expected to be organized in the coming days to honor Alexis’s life, and details will be shared once arrangements are confirmed. In the meantime, friends and relatives have called on the public to uplift her child and family in prayer, asking that the memory of Alexis Boyce be one of love, hope, and resilience rather than tragedy alone.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please reach out to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 in the U.S. Help is available 24/7. You are not alone.