Juan "Lil' John" Leyva Corrales III

April 12, 1993 - August 6, 2020

Juan Leyva Corrales III, known to many as Lil John passed away in his home in Odessa, TX on Thursday, August 6th, 2020 @ the age of 27 with his family by his side. Lil John was born April 12, 1993 in Monahans, TX to Celina Rivas and Juan Leyva Corrales II. He is preceded in death by his Father Juan Leyva Corrales II, maternal grandparents Perfecto & Maria Rivas and paternal grandparents Micaela & Juan Leyva Corrales I. He is survived by his mother, Celina Rivas of Odessa TX, sister Dee Rivas of Odessa TX & his brother Aaron Corrales of Midland TX. Also, niece Amyah Rivas and 2 nephews Tyrian Beck & Ezra Ortiz and two Godsons, Jeremiah & Nehemiah Guzman all of Odessa TX and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Lil John was a devoted worker employed last at The Reserve in Midland Tx as security. He had also worked many years in the oilfield. He was a die hard Dallas Cowboy fan, enjoyed BBQing with his brother, and was a huge movie fanatic and collector. He had a contagious smile, beautiful personality, and befriended everyone that crossed his path. John lived life to the fullest and always placed his family first. He will be greatly missed by all. He will forever be loved and never forgotten. Rest In Peace Doggy. Puro!!!!! **MAKE SURE DALLAS COWBOY GEAR IS WORN TO BOTH SERVICES** Viewing will begin Friday, August 21, 2020, 10:00 a.m. Funeral will be held Friday, August 21, 2020, 2:00 p.m. at American Heritage Funeral Home. Gravesite gathering at Greenwood Cemetery in Pecos, TX at 7pm Saturday, August 22nd followed by a reception/meal at 1701 Park St