Rubilio Mendez Reynoso Found Dead: 31-year-old Rubilio Mendez Reynoso, Body was discovered earlier this week along New Leicester Highway

The Asheville community is mourning the sudden and tragic loss of 31-year-old Rubilio Mendez Reynoso, whose body was discovered earlier this week along New Leicester Highway. According to the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office, Rubilio was found just after 8 a.m. on January 25 near the 400 block of the highway. The cause of his death remains under investigation as authorities await autopsy results from the North Carolina Office of the Medical Examiner to determine whether weather or other factors may have played a role.

Rubilio is remembered by family, friends, and neighbors as a kind, thoughtful, and hardworking individual whose presence enriched the lives of those around him. Though his life was tragically cut short, those who knew him recall his generosity, his dedication to loved ones, and his ability to bring warmth and laughter into every interaction. The sudden nature of his passing has left a profound void in the Asheville community, as people grapple with the unexpected loss of a young life full of potential and promise.

In the wake of this tragedy, local authorities and the community continue to seek answers while honoring Rubilio’s memory. Friends and family are coming together to celebrate his life, sharing stories, memories, and the impact he made during his time with them.

While the investigation continues, Rubilio Mendez Reynoso will be remembered not for the circumstances of his death, but for the person he was — compassionate, devoted, and deeply cherished. May he rest in eternal peace, and may those who loved him find comfort during this difficult time.