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for RUSSELL CLAXTON
Shockley
July 20, 2022
Still missed. We have a hope.
Ronnie Brown
October 24, 2011
Russ was a very good friend of mine back when we went to Salmen High School (in Slidell, Louisiana) together briefly in the mid 70's. Actually he was like a big brother to me! Even though we never kept in touch through the years, I will always remember our friendship! Rest in peace Russ!
August 26, 2011
If this were paper it would have tear stains on it. Russ was a wonderful loyal friend to everyone who knew him. His gift for listening, his encouraging hugs and great laugh will be sorely missed. He was such a support for the local congregation. When Russ is resurected first he will greet his family then he will ask when and where his next building project starts. My prayers are with the Claxton family and for everyone whose hearts are so heavy now. Love, Richard and Camille Norris
Andrew Schwark Jr.
August 4, 2011
Russ was a great brother, father, friend, and example. I will never forget the memories we all had down in Hattiesburg on our "family" visits, his hilarious timeless jokes, and that time we tailgated at Arrowhead at the Chiefs game. My love goes out to the family. How thankful we are to have a hope for a real future! Sophia and I love you all!
Andrew Schwark Sr.
August 4, 2011
I have known Russ my entire life, we grew up as family friends in Kansas City, then Slidell louisiana, and still stayed in touch. He was a great friend, and his sons are now great friends to my son. I have many hilarious memories of Russ, like the wrecked boat incident,on the bayou, just too funny. I do look forward to seeing him again soon.My love and prayers are being sent via this posting to all of the family. Love you.
josh grossman
August 3, 2011
Look forward to seeing you again Brother Claxton in the paradise.
what a day that will be the resurrection begins!
Sunny Burton
August 3, 2011
Russ and i were baptized the same day at the same convention in 1973 (kansas city Missouri,both the same age..i told him we were spiritual twins....my daughter Anna loved him like a father..he was so precious to her as was all his family...i hope for his dear family that the time seems only moments for them that they will welcome him back into there arms in the resurection. with all my love to them and all the brothers and sisters there in [email protected]
Jeffery
August 3, 2011
Yo to my brother,sweet dreams my friend.
Anna Patterson
August 3, 2011
Uncle Russ was the best! Even though he wasn't really my uncle, he was more of an uncle to me than my real ones. Every time I saw Uncle Russ he would always tell me he loved me. And when I was younger, he always called my sisters and I the daughters he never had.
Uncle Russ always had a joke up his sleeve, whether it would be an actual joke or teasing me about boys. In fact, he used to bribe me and my sisters by telling us he would give us furniture or a car if we would wait till we were 30 to get married. And anytime he would introduce me to someone he would always say,"tell them why you're so pretty." And I would say,"because I'm related to Uncle Russ." He was truly the best uncle a girl could ask for! Uncle Russ will truly be missed and I cherish every memory I ever had with him!
Scott Warrington
August 2, 2011
I sure loved working with Russ at ISCT and during our time at Paul Davis owners school together. A loving, helpful brother.
I recall he was with Joel and I at an ISCT program when he learned about a dead ostrich back on the farm that Kathy would have to take care of in his absence. We all kidded him and gave suggestions on how to handle the fall-out when he got home.
I wish we had stayed in closer contact. Our best to the entire family
Vera Barbee
August 2, 2011
Kathie my thoughts & prayers r with u I know what u r feeling,I lost Tom July 22,2010. Tom& Russ worked many assemblies & quick builds together It will be soon when He will call & they will answer. I hope u remember me. Christian love Sister Barbee
Tom Monahan
August 2, 2011
Russ and I struck up an enduring friendship at a SCT conference many years ago. (That was when he was he was a cleaner and convention speaker at the time) We made lasting memories then and continued to add new ones right up to just a couple of weeks ago on the phone.
Russ was always kind and generous, and most of all authentic.
This shocking unexpected death is a reminder that we are a mist appearing for a little while and then disappearing. My friend's death reminds me to make every day count with worthwhile pursuits.
I already intensely miss the ability to pick up the phone and hear that character laughing with me and telling wild stories.
Thanks to Kathie, Carol, Kael & John for inviting me in on things this past weekend. I appreceiated getting to know the daughters in-law. They are great people too! Everyone looses who knew him.
My love to the family.
Your brother,
Tom Monahan (Ann Arbor, MI)
Timmy & Debbie Jones
August 1, 2011
We are going to miss our dear bro. I really loved working in close association with him at our assemblies and conventions. Looking forward to working with him eternally in the new world.
tomecka smith
July 30, 2011
i was so crushed to here of russ passing!! i was in the hattisburg cong. a short time and than "katrina"blew us to texas.my two kids LOVED russ dearly and im sure he felt the same of them as well. our prayers go out to you and your family.we shall see him again in the new system!
tomecka smith
Leah & Marco Hicks
July 29, 2011
I will greatly miss Bro. Claxton. though I've only been around him for a short time he made a lasting impression on my life. Like he did many others; he always found me at the hall and greeted me with a warm hand shake or hug. He made so many of us feel glad we came to the meetings after a long day or week in this dying system. He was one of a kind and I have not met another like him yet. I know it was because of his love for Jehovah first and all of us second that made him into the man he was. The congregation will truly miss him. Our hearts and prayers are with the family. We love each of you; Kathy, Carol, Kael, Mindy, Jon, Lacey, and Skylar.
Martha Baye
July 29, 2011
To the Claxton Fly.
I did not know Russ that well, but heard him give several talks, esp.Bob Keith's Memorial, and thought he was a wonderful speaker. Each time I saw him, he always greeted me with a big smile & encouraging words. I am so sorry for your lost,but know it won't be too long before we will be able to see his smiling face again. With all christian love. Martha Baye [Petal Congregation]
Janie Henderson
July 29, 2011
I am soooo sorry to hear about Brother Claxton. My heart is so very heavy. He was such a kind, thoughtful, personal brother. He always made me feel like he knew me well even though we only saw each other at assemblies in passing. I thoroughly enjoyed his talks, especially those he gave at memorials for other dear ones that we have lost. He always seemed to have the right words, illustrations, and precious stories and memories to relate. What a special brother we have all lost. He will be one of the ones I will be looking forward to seeing resurrected in the New World, I'm sure his devotion and zeal will be very useful to Jehovah and Jesus Christ then...as they have been to the congregation in the past. All my love prayers,~~~Janie
July 29, 2011
Russ Claxton was a loving spiritual father to me. . . he always greeted me with a smile and a hug; he will be truly missed and the family will be in my prayers. . . love you claxton family.
Rosalyn/Raymond/Aric Alexander
July 29, 2011
We all loved and cherished Russ. He was always full of energy and such an encouragement to everyone. We look forward to seeing him in the new world.
Russ, Kathy and Skyler Claxton
Densel O'Connor
July 28, 2011
Russ, Skyler and Lacey Claxton
Densel O'Connor
July 28, 2011
Russ and Skyler Claxton
Densel O'Connor
July 28, 2011
Densel O'Connor
July 28, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Eloise/Eddie Alford
July 28, 2011
Russ will always be remembered by the Alford family. We loved and cherished the time he was in our congregation in Columbia,MS. He was a man of strength, ability, integrity and determination. We look forward to seeing him in the new world.
Carol CLAXTON
July 28, 2011
I love reading all of the sweet tributes to my son.
He was my best friend.
Thank you all so much for the kind words.
He always made me proud, and all of his family are determined to stay strong for each other so Russ can be proud when we tell him.
Much love to you all.
Andy Leslie
July 28, 2011
A good friend and even a better tennis player. I've enjoyed every minute playing with, and against him, but most of all just growing our friendship over the years. See you at Heaven's Racquet Club someday buddy!
Steve & Janice Swiggum
July 28, 2011
Russ always greeted us with a smile and a hug. A true gentlemen, a devoted husband and father. We miss you and our prayers are with your loving family
BettyAnn Hunt
July 28, 2011
He will be greatly missed.
Rich Taylor
July 27, 2011
Russ was my best friend growing up. We played tennis left handed, and Carol and Darwin were such an influence for me. I lost track the past years, leaving that religion. James, my son, just told me.
July 27, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Russ, My prayers are with his family.
Dora Reynolds, Agent
AutoPlus Ins/Don Pulliam Agency
Laurel MS
July 27, 2011
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Russ. We knew him only in a professionally environment, but he was always helpful and friendly. Our prayers are with his family and friends.
Employees of Greer and White Insurance
Holly Springs, Ms
Melinda Monhan
July 27, 2011
Russ will always be remembered by Tom and I. He was a man of integrity. Until we see him again in the New World, we will remember fond memories of him.
Joey Hurston
July 26, 2011
Russ was one of our early morning crew that worked out at Canebrake Workout Center. It was apparent that he loved his Kansas City Chiefs (Being an Ole Miss Rebel, I was interested in them too with Dexter McCluster there).
But Russ was the friendliest guy in there. He always spoke a good word in any conversation. After his surgery on his shoulder, I didn't see him much and had missed him. I am so sorry to hear about his passing.
I pray that your family will feel God's loving arms around you during this time. I thank God for the opportunity to get to know one of His special children like Russ.
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