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LANCASTER: Lewis Brandt Paxton, age 90 of Sugar Grove took his walk to Heaven on Thursday September 19, 2013 with his family by his side. Lewis was born May 9, 1923 in Berne Twp to the late Jacob and Nellie (Brandt)Paxton.
He was a devoted loving husband to his wife Ruth Annabelle (Smith) Paxton for 65 years. He was a firm believer in God and dearly loved his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lewis was a kind-hearted soft spoken gentleman. Lewis was a 1941 graduate of Berne Union School. He retired from Anchor Hocking after 41 years in the Decorating Department. After retirement Lewis volunteered at Fairfield Medical Center for 20 plus years. He was a member of the Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church (Berne) where he taught Adult Sunday School, was Sunday School Treasurer and was the caretaker of the church grounds and cemetery. He was a member of Olivedale Senior Citizens, Sugar Grove Senior Citizens serving as treasurer, and Friendly Sixties. He served on the Sugar Grove Village Council. Most recently Lewis and Annabelle were Grand Marshall's of the 2013 Stars and Stripes Parade.
Lewis is survived by his wife; children John (Vickie) Paxton, Anna (Jim) Pierce of Sugar Grove, William "Bill" (Pam) Paxton of Cantonment, FL. Grandchildren John (Tanna Kummerer) Paxton, Crystal (Butch) Frisby, Brandon (Michelle) Paxton, Jeff Pierce, Donati Pierce, Linda (Mark) Thomas, Lea (Kenny) Mitchell, Jennifer (Shawn) Flannery and Skyla Paxton. Great-grandchildren Butch Jr, Bryan, BJ, Sebastian, Justin, Dylan, Coy, Austin, Victoria, Kyle and Trevor. Brother-in-law, Paul "Dick" (Dotty) Smith, numerous nieces and nephews. Lewis is preceded in death by his parents; grandson's James "Jamie" Hughes and William Joel "Billy" Paxton; brother in law John Smith; sister's and brother's in law Agnes (Ed) Bailey, Florence (Elmer) Clark, Esther Smith, Mary Smith, Clara (Richard) Shonebarger.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday September 23, 2013 at SHERIDAN FUNERAL HOME, with Pastor Paul Wymer and Jeff Graf officiating. Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery, Bremen. Friends may visit on Sunday September 22, 2013 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm and 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Memorial contributions may be made to FairHoPe Hospice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Lewis Paxton
Yvonne Sebring
September 25, 2013
Dear Annabelle and family,
I was so saddened to hear about the loss of Uncle Lewie. My family's thoughts and prayers are with you all. Praying for strength Annabelle as you go through this time in your life.
Love you all.
Yvonne (Arter) Sebring and family
Susan (O'Hara)Plummer
September 25, 2013
Lewis and Annabelle were our neighbors for seven years when we lived by the mill, and every time I would walk by their house Lewis would always talk to me. Annabelle, I am praying that God will watch over you during this difficult time. He was a wonderful man. Fondly, Susan (O'Hara) Plummer
Bill and Pam Paxton
September 24, 2013
Dad you was the best. You are in heaven now. I am so glad we made it up to be at your side during your last moments. We love you so much and will meet again someday, with lots of love. Bill & Pam
Skyla Paxton
September 24, 2013
Dear Grandpa, what a lucky girl I am to have been held in your arms on those wonderful holidays we spent with you and Grandma. I will always have those pictures of you and me in your recliner with that big smile on your face. I love you Grandpa and will see you in Heaven. Skyla ??
Annabelle Paxton
September 24, 2013
Lewis love you and all your family will meet again someday. Thank you for all the great years you have given me. With love , your loving wife Annabelle
Lynne Lutz
September 24, 2013
I am so sorry to hear that Lewis passed away. He brightened our days at Fairfield Medical Center. Thank you for sharing him with us. You and your family are in my prayers.
Wayne Scott
September 24, 2013
Bill and family: I'm so sorry for your loss.
Janet
September 23, 2013
Jim and Anna,
I was deeply sadden by the news of your father's passing. My prayers are with you and your family. My your faith help you through this difficult time.
Janet
Leah Shonebarger
September 22, 2013
My Great Aunt Annabelle and to the family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Y'all are in my thoughts and prayers as this is a hard time. Lewis was a very hard working man and always kept a smile on everyone's face as he made people around him smile. He was a very sweet man. You will never be forgotten. We love you all! Love; Leah, Sherri, and John Shonebarger.
Karen Miller-Runyan
September 21, 2013
Anna, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Teresa McDowell
September 21, 2013
What an awesom man! He will be truly missed. I can't say enough about him. A true gentlemen and his love for God, family and friends.
vickie linehan
September 21, 2013
The the Paxton Family. Our Prayers and Love are with you all. Terry and I were just talking about your Daddy always sitting on the porch and supporting the BAND BUGRMB. We all loved him and your Mom. They are 2 very special people. He was one Gentle Man and he truly was a CHRISTIAN. He is up there now with his ANGEL WINGS looking down on us all. With that SMILE. Saying. I MADE IT AND IT IS EVERYTHING I KNEW IT WOULD BE. ITS HEAVEN
Diana Allen
September 21, 2013
Anna, May your fond memories of your father help you through this difficult time. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 21, 2013
Annie, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Dale and Buck
Crystal (Paxton)Frisby
September 20, 2013
Grandpa,We Love You And You Will Never Be Forgotten. EveryOne Knows You As A Very Active Man Who Lives In The Yellow House On The Corner.We Will Always Remember You As That Grandpa,Great Grandpa,Friend.We Have Always Had Very Good Memories And They Will Never Grow Old.You Are Now In The Arms Of God And Your Now In A Better Place,No More Suffering.RIP Grandpa WE ALL LOVE YOU.
Victoria Flannery
September 20, 2013
You were the best grandpa. You always gave these warm, strong hugs. Its a sad tine. But you are in a better place. We all live you so much and will never let you out of our thoughts. Please watch out for family and friends in heaven. I love you rest in peace Grandpa
Mitchell Lea
September 20, 2013
Grandpa you were a hardworking wonderful man who loved his family very much and your family loves you just as much, you will be missed dearly. I love you very much.
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