JAMES RAY LAYTON JAN 29,1987 - SEPT 8, 2009 Naval Petty Office Third Class James Ray Layton Born January 29, 1987, Livermore, CA Died September 8, 2009 - Kunar Province, Afghanistan Resident of Riverbank CA. Artist, healer and music lover James Ray Layton brought joy and love into the lives of his family, friends and Comrades in Arms. His desire to make a difference in life lead him to the Navy Medical Core where he died administrating medical care to another fallen comrade in the service of his country. He is survived by his Mother, Nikki Freitas, Step Father Gilbert Freitas, Father Brent Layton, Brothers Jonathon, Jesse, Brandon and Sage, and Sister Jordan, Grandmothers Kathy Anderson and Shirley Hughes, Grandfather Winn Layton, stepsister Andrea Freitas, stepbrother Jason Freitas, and loving aunts, uncles and cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his Papa, Ray Hughes. Graveside Military Services will be held on September 17 at 10:00 am at Burwood Cemetery, 28320 E. River Road, Escalon. Reception to follow immediately at Veteran's Hall in Escalon. Arrangements by Deegan Funeral Chapel in Escalon, please sign the online register book at:www.deeganfuneralchapels.com www.modbee.com/obituaries