WINSTON FAYETTE Our loving son and the "Light of Our Lives" returned home to our Heavenly Father at the age of 21on Monday, April 23, 2012. He was born on January 24, 1991 to Winston Fayette and Constance Joan Perrigo Dorian. From the moment Winston was born at Camp Pendleton, CA, his parents knew that he was very special. People were drawn to Winston because of his love of life and his ability to encourage others to be their best. He was a leader, mentor and friend. He loved the outdoors, skiing, shooting, longboarding, music and gaming. Winston was a four-year state champion in the JROTC Air Rifle competition. He proudly represented his high school, La Cueva, and was instrumental in leading La Cuevas Rifle Team to four consecutive state championships. He was chosen to be the Commanding Officer of the JROTC his senior year. His peers recognized him as an outstanding leader. He graduated from La Cueva in 2009. He was awarded a full ride 4 year Navy ROTC scholarship to the Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina. At the Citadel, Winston was instrumental in leading the Citadel Rifle Team to win the Southern Conference Title for the 1st time in 10 years. He earned a rifle team varsity letter both his freshman and sophomore years and was a Navy Midshipman. His peers at The Citadel said, "Lost a Brother, Gained An Angel." Dub loved the Lord with all his heart and was a shining example of how the Lord aspires us to live. As a family, we will honor his memory by establishing the Winston F. Dorian II Memorial Scholarship Fund. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to this scholarship fund by accessing and click on the wepay.com donation link. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 12, 2012. Funeral arrangements are still pending. Please refer to the above memorial page for location and time. We would like to take the opportunity to thank each and every one who has kept our family in their thoughts &prayers. Thanks to all who have called, emailed, and done so much to help us. Your thoughtfulness and generosity is deeply appreciated. We are so thankful for the outpouring of support and prayers over the loss of our beloved son. Winston was preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Caroline Fisher. He is survived by his parents, Winston and Connie Dorian, of Albuquerque, NM; grandparents, Joan and Tommy Perrigo and Nancy and Quarnig Dorian; aunts and uncles, Carol Kanaly, Dale Perrigo, Cathy Langley, Anahid Dorian and Butch Dorian; and his loyal dogs, Teddy Bear and Gunner. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, May 12, 2012 at 4:00 PM at Saint Francis Episcopal Church, 2903 Cabezon Boulevard SE, Rio Rancho, NM. To view information or leave a condolence, please visit: www.danielsfuneral.com Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Rd. Rio Rancho, NM 87124 505-892-9920
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