Alexxis Lauren Barrios, of Kittery, ME, formerly of Mystic and Colchester, CT passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at the age of 21. She was the daughter of Jerry (Jay) Barrios II and Jennifer Hendrickson, born on July 24, 1993 in New London, CT.
While growing up in Mystic, CT, Lexx shared her life with her former step father Kenneth S. Kliphon Jr. and brother Hunter Kliphon. She attended Fitch High School and was a cheerleader for the Groton-Mystic Falcons. She also played volleyball and softball. Lexx became an integral part of an elite dance group called East Coast Intensity. It was there she thrived with her love of music and dance.
Lexx graduated from Bacon Academy in 2011. She went on to attend Three Rivers Community College in Norwich, Ct. She was employed at Foxwoods resort and casino. She recently moved to Kittery, ME to live with her mom and began working at York Hospital in York, ME. It was during this time that Lexx showed an interest in pursuing a career in nursing.
Lexx had a contagious personality and electrifying smile. No matter where she was or who she was with, she always made them feel special. She was known for putting others before herself, almost to a fault, but she wouldn’t have had it any other way.
Lexx never judged anyone and always loved unconditionally. She listened to music on her iPod, no matter what she was doing. She shared her love for animals, with her German Sheppard Bella. She enjoyed bowling with her Dad, Uncles and Grandpas. Bowling was in her genes, and she excelled at it. They often bowled on leagues and in tournaments together. Lexx enjoyed spending time at camp with her Mom, stepdad Stephen Hendrickson and brother Mikey at Mousam lake in Maine.
Lexx, will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her mother Jennifer and father Jay. step dad Steve and former step dad Kenneth. Uncles: Jeffrey Santos, Daniel Santos, Joey Barrios, Brandon Barrios, Thomas Hendrickson, Ted Engel and Bert Bowden. Aunts: Michelle Barrios, Jessica Santos, Katherine Hendrickson, Shannon Barrios, Rhina Barrios, Lisa Schrader and Angela Kiddy. Her God Parents were Uncle Jeffrey Santos and Aunt Michele Barrios.
Lexx was lucky enough to have the love of many grandparents including, Lamberto and Shirley Santos, Jerry and Linda Barrios, Kenneth and Leonida Kliphon, Jeffrey and Gail Hendrickson and Melody Topalis.
Friends and family are invited to attend her funeral mass service which will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at 10am at St. Patrick's Church, 32 East Main Street, Mystic. Visiting hours and burial will be private for the family.
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