STT. Ten-Year-Old Jaxen Loses His Battle With Metastatic Cancer After Fighting Until His Final Moments
PINSON, ALABAMA —The community in Alabama is grieving after 10-year-old Jaxen McCall passed away on the evening of February 9, 2026, following a long battle with metastatic adrenal cancer.
Jaxen breathed his last at Alabama Children’s Hospital, in the arms of his mother, Randa McCall.
Jaxen’s passing has not only left his family with immeasurable grief, but has also shocked and saddened thousands of people who had followed his journey through fundraising campaigns and prayers.
Jaxen is a special boy.
I have autism and I cannot speak.
However, in his own way, Jaxen has touched the hearts of many people.
A photo taken weeks before she passed away is now being widely shared on social media.
In the photograph, Jaxen lies peacefully under the blankets, his face softened, his eyes displaying a rare serenity amidst his painful treatment.
According to his family, it was one of Jaxen’s rare “better” days in his battle with the disease.
Despite battling metastatic cancer, Jaxen still felt the warmth of his familiar blanket, the comfort of his mother’s embrace, and the dedication of the doctors and nurses at Children’s Hospital of Alabama.
Jaxen’s caregivers say he often smiles in his own unique way, a smile that seems to soothe the entire room.
“That’s Jaxen’s smile,” shared a nurse who used to care for him.
“Even though she couldn’t speak, she always let us know that she felt loved.”
Randa McCall, Jaxen’s mother, was constantly by his side during his final months.
Living in the town of Pinson, Alabama, she dedicated all her time, energy, and faith to her son.
According to relatives, Randa never left Jaxen alone during the most difficult times.
Jaxen was diagnosed with adrenal cancer, a rare and particularly dangerous form of cancer in children.
The disease progresses and metastasizes rapidly, making treatment extremely complicated.
Nevertheless, the family said Jaxen fought with all the strength a small body could muster.
Every day of my life is an extraordinary struggle.
Each breath is a testament to resilience.
On the evening of February 9, 2026, Jaxen’s condition worsened.
She is being closely monitored at the Children’s Hospital of Alabama.
Randa stayed by her child’s side, holding her tightly, not leaving her side for a moment.
According to her, even in his final moments, Jaxen did not give up the fight.
Her breathing became heavy and intermittent.
Randa whispered her final words of love into her son’s ear.
She told Jaxen that he didn’t need to worry about his family.
She reassured her child not to be afraid of leaving this world.
She said that although the family would miss her terribly, they would be okay.
She mentioned Jaxen’s maternal grandmother and maternal uncle, who had passed away earlier.
She said they were waiting for Jaxen in a more peaceful place.
According to Randa, when she told her son that he could leave and that she would be alright, at that very moment, Jaxen’s heavy breathing stopped.
The room became quiet.
A feeling of peace enveloped the boy’s body.
Randa said she could feel life draining away from her son.
At that moment, she hugged Jaxen tightly and sobbed uncontrollably.
She apologized to her child.
She said she had tried her best.
She called Jaxen her “angel of light.”
After Jaxen passed away, his parents washed his body one last time.
It was a private, painful, yet loving moment.
Meanwhile, Randa sang Jaxen “You Are My Sunshine,” a familiar song associated with his childhood.
According to Randa, her heart was so heavy that she felt she couldn’t bear it anymore.
When saying goodbye, she said that she didn’t want to leave her child at all.
But she knew it was time to let her child rest.
In the early morning of February 10th, Randa shared this story with those following Jaxen’s journey.
Her words quickly went viral on social media.
Thousands of condolences, prayers, and messages of love have been sent to the family.
Many people said they had never met Jaxen, but had followed his journey from the beginning.
They call themselves “Jaxen’s Army”.
In the preceding months, the community had come together to help the McCall family through fundraising campaigns.
This support helps the family cover the costs of Jaxen’s treatment and care.
According to Randa, without that help, her family would not have been able to prepare for her son’s final moments.
In the coming days, Randa will have to plan Jaxen’s funeral.
It’s a daunting task that no mother wants to face.
The family said they would provide an update on the funeral arrangements as soon as possible.
They also called on the community to continue praying for and offering moral support during this time of grief.
Jaxen’s passing has left a huge void in the McCall family.
Randa is currently trying to cope with the shock of her loss along with her other children, Janiah, Josiah, and Jozlynn.
The family also received support from relatives, friends, and the local community.
Many people in Pinson said they treated Jaxen like one of their own.
They said that Jaxen’s story taught them about resilience, love, and sharing.
Doctors and nurses at Children’s Hospital of Alabama also expressed their deep sorrow.
A hospital representative said Jaxen was a special patient who left a deep impression on the medical team.
“She didn’t need words to let us know that she felt loved,” this person shared.
Many people believe that Jaxen is now free from pain.
They imagined her running, jumping, and playing in a place free from disease.
A place where I can laugh wholeheartedly, without being limited by my body or pain.
In the memories of those who loved him, Jaxen will forever remain the boy with the gentle smile and peaceful eyes.
Her life was short, but the impact she left behind will last.
Jaxen brought people closer together through sharing and empathy.
And even though she is gone, her story will continue to be told as a symbol of resilience and unconditional love.
