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Jayden Summers Obituary
JAYDEN TAYLOR "DAYTON" SUMMERS, 17, of Walton, passed away, Thursday, July 25, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by family, after months of battling cancer.
He was born August 9, 2006, at Charleston, the son of LaHoma C. Burdette Summers of Walton and the late Jeremy T. Summers.
Dayton was in the Roane County High School graduating Class of 2024.
He enjoyed racing motorcycles, playing video games and listening to all types of music.
Dayton was fun loving and helpful to everyone. He never knew a stranger.
In addition to his mother, left to cherish his memory are his siblings, the best brother and best friend he could ask for, Julian Summers, Heaven Summers and Bella Summers all of Walton; maternal grandmother, Hassie Burdette of Sissonville; paternal grandparents, Johnnie and Sharon Summers of Walton; aunts and uncles, William Burdette of South Charleston, April Burdette of Barboursville, Stan (Ashley) Burdette of Charleston, John (Ann) Burdette of Sissonville, Janice (Terry) Young of Clendenin, Joyce (Vincent) Sloan of Berkeley Springs, Johnnie (Lorra) Summers of Speed, Michael (Amy) Drake of Belle, and Charlene (Chris) Good of Ripley; many cousins; special cousin and best friend, Vinny Burdette.
Along with his father, he was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Stanford Burdette.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Women's and Children Infusion Center, Women's and Children Hospital, CAMC General Hospital, CAMC Cancer Center, WV Hospice Kids Path, family, friends and neighbors and area churches for the great generosity shown to our family.
A memorial service will be held at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, August 3, 2024, at John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, with Rev. Ed Wade officiating.
A gathering of family and friends will be from 4 - 5:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
Condolences may be shared at www.taylorfuneralhomeinc.com
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Michele Hordyszynski
August 1, 2024
I spoke to him while working at the school and we had a very nice conversation. I had only heard great things about Dayton from his friends and neighbors. He had a great spirit. Even at the fund raiser run, he was happy and that happiness spread to others. Heaven has certainly gained an angel.
Charlotte Warren
July 31, 2024
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I know your hearts are broken. My thoughts and prayers go out to every member of this family.
Orville and Sydna Syner
July 31, 2024
So sorry for your loss. My mind can’t imagine what the family is going through. Our prayers are with you all. Orville is a cousin to Johnnie. Will be thinking and praying for you all in the coming days.
Debby Hall
July 30, 2024
I knew Dayton during the time I taught at WEMS. I always enjoyed talking to him when he would visit my room with my niece Ella. Dayton was always very respectful and he always had a smile on his face. It’s so tragic that his life was so short, but I guess the saying is true that the good die young. May God bless you and your family and wrap you in His loving arms.
Cyndee Smith
July 30, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I pray for God’s comfort, strength and peace to be with all of the family and friends during this very difficult time.
Kelly & Eddie Griffith
July 30, 2024
So so sorry for your loss. I couldn't imagine, but we hope God gives you strength to move forward in this time.
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