16-year-old Damien “Damo” Dean from Denmead died in the early hours of Sunday morning after the grey Hyundai i20 he was driving crashed into a tree on Corhampton Lane.
Mason Renhard, 17, from Eastleighwas a passenger in the car and also died in the crash.
Damien’s family have now released a tribute to him.
“Our hearts are broken as we remember our beautiful boy, Damien Dean, lovingly known as Damo, who was taken from us far too soon at just 16-years-old.
“Though his time here was short, the love he gave and the joy he brought to others will echo forever in our lives.
“Damo was one of a kind, warm, caring, and full of life. He would do anything for his friends, and his loyalty knew no limits.
“He didn’t just have friends, he collected hearts. Whether it was through a laugh, a conversation, or simply being there when someone needed him, he made people feel truly loved. His circle of friends was wide, and they all knew how lucky they were to have him.
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“Music was his passion, the way he expressed himself, the way he felt things deeply. His playlist was a soundtrack to his soul, and his room was often filled with beats, rhythm, and lyrics that meant something to him. When he wasn’t listening to music, he was out with his mates, living life with energy and a smile that could light up the darkest day.
“He leaves behind a family who adored him beyond words: his five siblings — Ashleigh, Mercedez, Lucifer, Jay, and Megan — each holding precious memories of their brother’s laughter, kindness, and cheeky grin. The bond they shared is unbreakable and eternal.
“Damien may be gone from our sight, but never from our hearts. His love, his music, his laughter — they’ll remain with us always. In every beat of a song, in every shared story, in every moment of quiet remembrance — he is there.
“Rest peacefully, Damo. You are loved beyond measure and missed beyond words.
“Your melody plays on in all of us.”
The tribute to Damien comes just days after a fundraiser was launched online to raise money for Mason’s funeral, who was a passenger in the car Damien was driving at the time of the crash.
The GoFundMe has so far raised more than £4,600.
