Vernon Ray Claxton Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Vernon Ray Claxton of Wichita, Kansas, born in Mount Pleasant, Arkansas, who passed away at the age of 87, on April 8, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Vernon's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Von Claxton and Willie Claxton; and his sister Vonita Claxton Steward. He is survived by: his wife Ruby Jean Jones (Jean); his children, Sandra Welty and Marshall Claxton (Denise); and his granddaughter Haley Claxton.

In lieu of flowers the family request memorial donations to Country Acres Baptist Church of Wichita or American Diabetes Association.