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Ray Allan Paxton, 84

Ray Allan Paxton, 84, of Fowler, died, Sunday, November 10, 2013, at Rosewalk Village, Lafayette. He was born August 3, 1929, in Georgetown, IL, to the late Turner & Faye Donna (Yoho) Paxton. He had previously been married to Sue Paxton Coddens; she survives. He graduated from Georgetown High School, enlisted in the Army and was Honorably Discharged. Ray received a BS, in Physical Education, from North Dakota State & his MS from Purdue University. Ray played college football at NDS and other colleges, and briefly played center for the Green Bay Packers, retiring due to injury.

Ray was an educator for over 30 years and high school football coach for many years, with the majority of his career spent with the Benton Community School Corporation. He was an avid sports fan & enjoyed watching the Green Bay Packers, Chicago Cubs & Purdue University Football & Basketball. He enjoyed jogging & had previously participated and excelled in the Senior Olympic Games.

His Son, Mike (Wife, Julie) Paxton, Oxford, Daughter, Stephanie Paxton, Lafayette, four Grandchildren, Samantha (Husband, Roy) Alaniz, Austin Paxton, Andrew Paxton & Ethan Paxton & two Great-Grandchildren, Shayne & Logan Alaniz survive him. Two Sons, Monte & Kelly Paxton & five Brothers preceded him in death.

Visitation will be Thursday, November 14, 2013, at Shoemaker Funeral Home, Otterbein, from 5 PM until time of service at 7 PM, with Deb Parker officiating. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Benton Community Foundation Special Olympics Fund.

Published by Journal & Courier from Nov. 11 to Nov. 12, 2013.
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SUE, I AM VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF MR. PAXTONS PASSING..I WOULD HAVE BEEN THERE, IF I HAD KNOWN. I STILL REMEMBER THE TIME I SHOWED HIM PICTURES OF STUDENTS IN CATLIN YEARBOOK, AND HE JUST LIT UP. YOUR FAMILY HAS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY..

MARGE (REDDY) DRAKE

November 22, 2013

John Haggerty

November 18, 2013

Mr. Paxton was my driver's ed teacher and I think of him often. My sympathies to the family at this time, but know how grateful I am for all he did for this student.

Janet Nally Brock

November 15, 2013

Aunt Sue & family, I'm sorry to hear about Uncle Ray. May The Lord give you strength at this time of need.

George Richardson

November 14, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Paxton family.

Ryan & Karen (Krebs) Gillen

November 13, 2013

Dear Aunt Sue, Stephenie, & Mike,
I am remembering my Uncle Ray today. He was such a special man, so quiet, so thoughtful, so kind! He will be missed here on this Earth, but now he walks the beautiful fields of Heaven and will be in the company of so many of our loved ones who have proceeded him there. You know he is happy now and probably playing a little football with old teammates. My very deepest sympathy and condolences to all on the loss of a very great man. I will always remember my Uncle Ray with the deepest love and affection, and I hope all of your fond memories will help sustain you through this difficult time.

Georgi Baird

November 13, 2013

Dear Sue and Stephanie,
We are truly saddened to learn of Ray's passing. We are delighted and privileged to have known Ray. We will pray for your strength, love, and happy memories to heal your broken hearts. Fondly, Dave and Gail Billings

Gail Billings

November 12, 2013

Mike, Stephanie and families: My deepest sympathies for the loss of your Dad.

Clark Fischbach

November 12, 2013

Sue, Mike, and Stephanie,
I am sorry for your loss! Ray was a great man. I knew him as a teacher and friend! Always soft spoken, and he Loved his children. He was so devoted to them! You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Cathy Risk (Ponto)

November 12, 2013

We have such fond memories of Ray. He was an interesting and intelligent man. Sending our sympathy to the whole family.

Fred & Judy Flook

November 12, 2013

Sue and steff we are very sorry to hear of your loss keeping you and family in our prayers

jack and vi strain

November 12, 2013

prayers to the Paxton family.

adam cassel

November 12, 2013

sue and stephanie, i am deeply saddened to hear of this today. so sorry for your loss. my daughter charley and i are both praying for you all and god blesses all of you and helps you through this. loove adam and charley cassel

November 12, 2013

Dear Mike, Stephanie and Sue--I am thinking of you at this time and wish you much love and healing. Prayers for you and your entire family.

Wendy Helterbran

November 12, 2013

Dear Sue and Stephanie and families..sending my deepest sympathies to you all..love and prayers A long time friend Charlotte(moon)Smith

Charlotte Smith(moon)

November 12, 2013

Im very sorry for your loss

Kent Barnard

November 12, 2013

Sue - I am so very sorry. Mr. Paxton holds a very very special place in my heart. Driver's Ed with him is one of my greatest memories from growing up. He was a wonderful teacher when I was in school and was a great friend when I got older.
You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love you.

Alicia Patton - Wignall

November 12, 2013

So sorry for your loss sending prayers to all

Tony Harris

November 12, 2013

Sue, Our love & prayers are with you in this time of grief. He has gone to a better place to await his angel.
Wynn & Bev

Wynn Jones

November 12, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to the Paxton family.

Mike & Regina Carroll

November 11, 2013

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