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James Thaxton Obituary
Mr. Thaxton was born in Longview on September 6, 1941 to James and Christine Edwards Thaxton. Services are scheduled for Saturday, October 20 at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. Visitation is scheduled for Friday, October 19 at Welch Funeral Home in Starkville from 5-7 p.m. Visitation will be followed by a Prayer Service at 7 p.m. in the Welch Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the Odd Fellows Cemetery. Services will be conducted by Father John Bohn.
Paul is survived by his wife Yvonne V. Thaxton; three daughters, Pamela S. Thaxton, Paige T. Burke, son-in-law, Sharkey Burke, Jr, and Patricia T. Gelsomino; four grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by: his parents, and sister, Deborah E. Thaxton.
In lieu of flowers the family request donations to the St. Joseph Foundation of the Catholic Foundation of Diocese of Mississippi or to Mississippi State University Department of Poultry Science.
Visit the web-site at www.welchfuneralhomes.com to sign the on-line guest register.
Memories and Condolences
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Trish Gelsomino
October 17, 2017
It's been 10 yrs. & I miss my Dad as if he died yesterday. My memories are like tears today, for he's always on my mind & in my heart:)
Becky Beard
October 18, 2007
Yvonne, I am so sorry for your loss. J. Paul was such a fun loving, kind man. I know your time with him wasn't enough. It never is. I know your heart holds so many good memories of your life together. Hold them close. Love Becky
Lynn Murray
October 18, 2007
J. Paul was a huge influence in my life and career path. I hope it will offer comfort to his family that his life here on earth touched so many people. My deepest sympathy to his family.
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