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Northport Funeral & Cremation Service family extends our warmest condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family of Mr. Braxton Finlay Connell.
Braxton Finlay Connell, age 35, passed away October 19, 2023.
Memorial Services will be held at Christ Episcopal Church on Friday December 1, 2023 at 2:00pm. Officiating the service will be Reverend Paul Pradat.
Braxton is survived by his mother, Anne Finlay Connell; his brother, Nathan William Connell; Uncles, James Ray Finlay; William C. Finlay Jr.; Aunt, Delores Finlay; cousin, William C. Finlay III.
Braxton graduated from Northridge High School and attended, The University of Alabama, where he was a member of Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity. Braxton loved spending time with friends, the outdoors and playing golf. Braxton had a huge heart and a contagious smile that could light up a room. He was very kind and outgoing and he will be greatly missed.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Christ Episcopal Church or the charity of your choice.
Compassionate, sympathetic, and professional service has been entrusted to the hands and care of the Northport Funeral & Cremation Service Professional Team.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
5404 Watermelon Road, Northport, AL 35473
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

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