Alexander Joseph Villafane, 39, was killed in a homicide on January 27, 2015. A father of four, he was a longtime resident of Little Village and grew up in Humboldt Park. Villafane was known for mentoring and coaching boys roughly 10–13 years old, including work with the local Patriots team, and was active in trying to steer youth away from street violence.

Those who knew him recall his dedication to the community and the young people he worked with. His murder cut short that work and left a void for his family and the children he mentored. The killing is also noted as part of a wider pattern of violence in Chicago that year, affecting vulnerable neighborhoods.

If anyone knew Villafane, his work with youth, or has information about the night he was killed, please share what you remember.