Kiephe Dawine Llewellyn Wignal, a beloved member of the Pennsylvania community, tragically passed away on April 30, 2025, at the age of 19.
Although the cause of his passing remains undisclosed, Kiephe’s untimely death has left a void in the hearts of his family and the Allentown Central Catholic High School community.
He was a proud member of the Boys’ Varsity Soccer team, excelled in soccer and track & field.
Kiephe Wignal Was An Exceptional Athlete!
Kiephe Wignal, born on March 22, 2006, was a former high school soccer player who graduated from Allentown Central Catholic High School in 2024.
As a member of the Allentown Central Catholic Vikings varsity soccer team, he played as a forward.
His athletic contributions to the team are documented in his MaxPreps bio, which highlights his role in the competitive soccer program at the Pennsylvania-based school.
Born and raised in Allentown, Kiephe was a kind and caring person, known for his warm heart and willingness to help others.
He was a loving son, sibling, and friend who always cared about family and provided love and support to them.
#VikingNation Soccer Senior Night, Oct. 3, 5pm vs. Allen; honoring Class of 2024 4:45pm. Congrats Braden Brislin, Mitchell Cesanek, Will Conway, Ryan Eckert, Ethan Landis, John Peters, Max Petersen, Treyvon Shaffer, Tyler Shaffer, Isaac Wheeler, Kiephe Wignal, Mack Zeller! 💚💛⚽️ pic.twitter.com/UIInm23uI3
— ACCHS (@ACCHSVikings) October 3, 2023
Regarding his career, Kiephe Wignal had a notable career across two seasons, as reflected in his 2022-2024 stats.
In the 2022-2023 season, he scored 2 goals with no assists. However, he significantly improved in the 2023-2024 season, netting 6 goals and adding 3 assists, bringing his career totals to 8 goals and 3 assists.
Likwise, his 2023-2024 game log highlights consistent contributions, with goals in matches against Whitehall (3-2 win), Liberty (3-4 loss), Easton (5-2 win), East Stroudsburg South (4-0 win), and Bethlehem Catholic (3-2 win).
Additionally, he provided key assists in games against Dieruff (7-1 win), Parkland (2-4 loss), and Tamaqua (11-0 win).
Beyond sports, he had planned to pursue mechanical engineering and soccer at Penn State Lehigh Valley. However, his dreams remain incomplete, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and ambition.
Kiephe Wignal’s friends and teammates are organizing a candlelight gathering on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 8:30 PM at Jordan Meadows Park’s Mini-Pitch System Soccer Court to honor his life and their bond.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Kiephe Wignal’s family, friends, and well-wishers.
Rest In Peace, Beautiful Soul!
