It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved James R. Laxton (Columbia, Illinois), born in Saint Louis, Missouri, who passed away at the age of 76, on May 23, 2021. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, James Mora and Mary Elizabeth "Leaper" Laxton; and his brother Terry Laxton. He is survived by : his wife Janet L. Laxton; his sons, Mark Laxton (Shannon) of Columbia, IL and Brett Laxton (Amy) of Katy, TX.; and his grandchildren, Makenna Norris (Quin), Sawyer Laxton, Malaine Laxton, Syler Laxton, Mavery Laxton, Sage Laxton, Mercie Laxton, Tyler Laxton and Graham Laxton.

"Due to unforeseen conditions the family requests that everyone wear a mask" To plant Memorial Trees in memory of.

Memorials may be made to Children's Tumor Foundation PO Box 7247, Philadelphia, PA 19170 or to First Baptist Church in Columbia, IL.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Braun Colonial Funeral Home

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May 30, 2021

Royal Junior High Faculty sent flowers

“In loving memory of James R. Laxton, May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Laxton Family, Please know prayers and thoughts for you and your family are with family and friends of Mr. Laxton. Our Deepest Sympatheties, Royal Junior High”