It is with deep sadness that we share the news of Alexandra "Alex" Calhoon's passing. A beloved resident of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, she unexpectedly left us while pursuing her studies in Minot, North Dakota. At just 20 years old, Alex touched the lives of many, and she will be greatly missed.

To honor her memory, a visitation will be held on Sunday, February 22, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Miller Funeral Home - Downtown, located at 507 S. Main Avenue, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104. Friends and family are invited to gather in remembrance.

A funeral service will take place on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM at Calvary Episcopal Cathedral, located at 500 S. Main Avenue, Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57104. Following the service, Alex will be laid to rest with her mother at Germantown Presbyterian Cemetery in Chancellor, South Dakota, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Our hearts go out to all who loved her during this incredibly difficult time.

Alex Calhoon, born June 29, 2005, in New York, to Candra and Adam Calhoon, passed away on February 16, 2026, in Minot, North Dakota, while enrolled at Job Corps.

Alex Calhoon graduated from Lennox High School and later attended the University of South Dakota for a year before taking some time off. In December 2025, Alex Calhoon began attending Job Corps, embracing a fresh start and working toward new goals with renewed determination and hope for the future.

Life brought many hardships following the passing of mother Candra Calhoon in 2018. This was a sudden and heartbreaking loss that deeply affected Alex Calhoon. Losing a mother at such a young age changed the course of life in many ways. The grief was heavy and lasting, and it was something Alex Calhoon carried heavily. Even so, Alex Calhoon continued to push forward. In recent months, enrolling at Job Corps brought renewed happiness, direction, and a sense of purpose. Alex Calhoon had begun building a future and taking meaningful steps ahead, showing resilience through unimaginable pain.

Music was always a bright spot. Alex Calhoon especially loved the song All Star by Smash Mouth. Alex was often found playing it loud without hesitation, and jokingly declaring, "Hey now, you're an all-star." That playful spirit, the laughter, and that spark of personality are memories that will live on in the hearts of family and friends.

Alex Calhoon is survived by siblings, Aizack Calhoon, Andrew Calhoon, and Ainsley Calhoon; father Adam Calhoon; and nephew Thomas Calhoon-Loecker, along with extended family members and friends who will forever cherish the time shared.

Alex Calhoon was preceded in death by beloved mother Candra Calhoon; great-grandparents Audrey and Luverne Mechels; and grandfather Jim Calhoon.

Alex Calhoon will be cremated and laid to rest alongside mother, Candra Calhoon, where they will be reunited together in peace.

Alex Calhoon will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered for resilience, humor, music played too loud, and a heart that was still finding its way. The love shared will never fade.

A visitation with family present to greet friends will be held from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Miller Funeral Home – downtown, 507 S. Main Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104. The funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Calvary Episcopal Cathedral, 500 S. Main Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104. Interment will take place at the Germantown Presbyterian Cemetery in Chancellor, SD.