Name: Visitation for James A. Sexton
Start: 2021-08-18T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-08-18T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Ratterman Brothers East Louisville

James A. Sexton

Louisville - James A. Sexton, 78, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at Wayne County Hospital in Monticello, KY.

He was born April 7, 1943 in Nell, KY to the late James Auston Sexton, Sr. and Mabel Walker Sexton. He was a graduate of Butler High School and Western Kentucky University where he was a member of Delta Tau Delta.

He was a lifelong educator and served as a Teacher, Counselor, Asst. Principal, Principal, and Executive Director for JCPS. He was Principal at Jeffersontown High School, Eastern High School and Jeffersonville High School.

He was a loving husband, father and "Poppy" to his family. He is survived by his wife Carol Robbins Sexton, daughter Heather Capstick (Dan), sons James Auston Sexton III, Chris Robbins (Ashley), Mike Robbins (Dawn), six grandchildren Ava Capstick, Mia Robbins, Mollie Robbins, Callie Robbins, Liam Robbins and Ethan Robbins, sister Jeanette Becker (Micky) and brother Steve Sexton (Shelley).

A memorial visitation will be 2-8 PM Wednesday, August 18, 2020 at Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home, 12900 Shelbyville Rd, "East Louisville."

Expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, can be made to the James A. Sexton Student Scholarship Fund at Eastern High School.

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Published by Courier-Journal from Aug. 14 to Aug. 15, 2021.

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Carol Sexton

August 8, 2025

It is 4 years since Jimmy left us - it has been hard for all of us - our memories keep him alive in our hearts - I love you Jimmy

Dorian Greer

February 25, 2025

Was. Great principal at eastern high school

Carol Janene Sexton

October 12, 2024

Three years ago I lost the man of my dreams and the love of my life - Jim and I became a couple after years of knowing each other - we were lucky to be able to be together through the end of his life - Jim had been alone for 15 years as a bachelor and needed someone to care about and someone to care about him as a person - I have survived these three years because I now dwell on how he lived and not so much how he died - I am always proud to be Mrs. James A. Sexton

Carol Sexton (Wife)

August 9, 2023

Two years ago I lost you and I haven´t been ok since - you were everything I dreamed of and I am so thankful to have been your wife I wish we had more years together but I still think of you everyday and I am proud to be Mrs James Sexton - I will find you again and continue to love you forever

Carol Janene Sexton (Wife)

February 14, 2023

On this day of love I remember how much I have loved you -we were together all the time because there was no where either of us wanted to be - we went together for Dr. appointments - meetings - rides in our convertibles - evenings of wine and food in our motor home and trips across Kentucky - we were perfect for each other - we were each others best friend - I will always love you

Carol Sexton

December 12, 2022

Oh Jim - it´s almost Christmas and I miss you so much - I loved our Xmas celebrations - the two of us were so happy to be together and celebrate our family - I will never let your name be forgotten because you should always be remembered for the man you are - I love you forever Carol

Carol Sexton

November 15, 2022

With all of my heart, all of my breath, all of my tears and all of my smiles I remember you as the gift God gave me to love for the rest of your life - the best gift I´ve ever received right next to my sons - every day I start my day remembering you and every night before I sleep telling you I love you When we see each other again we will never leave each other

Carol Sexton

August 8, 2022

I can´t believe I have survived a year without Jim by my side - I love him with all my heart - we started every day together and ended it together - He is the best man I´ve ever known and the most wonderful Poppy to our grand children - we were soul mates that were lucky to find each other and have our years together - I will forever look for you in the beauty of life - stars, rainbows, butterflies, white feathers and Pennie´s from Heaven - YOU ARE LOVE

Carol Sexton

September 16, 2021

Jim was perfect for me - I was so happy that he chose me to be his wife and spend the rest of our life together - I never dreamed it would only be 8 years - I wanted it to be forever - when you love big - you hurt big - I am broken and my life will never be complete again - I always told him I would find him again and I will - only then will I know true happiness

Joe and Carole Liedtke

August 17, 2021

I was shocked when my son shared the tragic passing of Jim. I would have been at the funeral but am out of town and will not return for a few more days. To Jims famiily, know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. The years Jim and I worked together in the JCPS were beneficial for both of us. He was a fierce advocate for assisting students to succeed. He ran a tight ship as Principal and was a no nonsense person who was efficient, direct and at times tough-but always fair. His leadership style was admired by many. May he rest in peace. Joe Liedtke former duPont Manual Priincipal

Elizabeth Gerhart Thompson

August 17, 2021

Mr. Sexton was the principal at Eastern when I was there from 1992-1995 and I remember him being a good leader and a kind man. I send my prayers and deepest condolences to his whole family and all the friends and colleagues he left behind way too soon.

Angie McGarey

August 17, 2021

Auston so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Prayers for you and the whole family.

Jeff smiley

August 15, 2021

Rest In Peace mr sexton so sorry to hear this news he always treated me very. he knew I love the horses and it was my career path but anytime I saw him he would jsask about the horses and that I should be working in a printing sho.
my heart goes out to his family

Mary Bickel

August 15, 2021

As an employee of JHS, I respected "Mr. Sexton" and felt he sincerely cared about the students and staff.

Brenda Martin

August 15, 2021

I had Mr. Sexton for homeroom and Biology in the 10th grade! My desk partner in Biology became a Veterinarian, I always thought maybe Mr. Sexton inspired that decision!! He was a great teacher! I'll never forget how he told me one day that he'd probably need glasses before the year was out - from the glare of my braces, he thought I talked too much!! He will always be one of my favorite memories of high school! gone too soon, prayers for his family...

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