The Cache Valley community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of two young lives, 17-year-old CJ Fiefia of Avon and 14-year-old Xylie Hutchinson of Hyrum, who tragically passed away following a devastating car accident on November 22, 2025. What began as an ordinary evening for a group of friends has become an unimaginable tragedy that has deeply affected families, classmates, teammates, and friends across the valley.
Xylie Hutchinson was a bright and beloved presence within the Cache Valley Hockey community. Known for her determination on the ice and her generous, uplifting spirit off of it, she made a profound impact on everyone she met. As a fierce defender for the Cache Valley Wild high school team and a dedicated member of an all-girls team, Xylie played with passion, energy, and heart. She also served the sport she loved as a young official, contributing meaningfully to the growth of girls’ and youth hockey in Northern Utah. Her absence will be felt deeply, and her legacy will endure through the many young athletes she inspired.
Those who knew Xylie speak of her warmth, her joy, and the light she carried with her. The memories she created—laughter shared, friendships formed, and moments of genuine kindness—will remain treasured by all who loved her. As family members expressed, grief weighs heavily in moments like this, but the love Xylie gave so freely is even stronger, offering comfort when nothing else can.
CJ Fiefia, remembered for his kindness, friendship, and vibrant personality, also leaves behind a community mourning the loss of a young man with limitless potential. Friends and teammates describe CJ as someone who made others feel seen, valued, and supported. His passing is felt deeply by all who were fortunate enough to know him.
To both the Fiefia and Hutchinson families, we extend our deepest and most heartfelt condolences. No words can lessen the weight of such a tragedy, but the community stands united with you in grief, love, and prayer. May you find strength in the memories, comfort in the support surrounding you, and peace in knowing that CJ and Xylie are held in loving arms beyond this life.
Their light endures—in the hearts they touched and in the community forever changed by their presence. May they rest in peace.