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Michael Paxton Obituary

Michael Lee Paxton, age 37, beloved husband, father, brother, son, and friend, passed away on January 11, 2017.

He was born in Lakin, Kansas on July 28, 1979 to Rubin Paxton and Charlotte Isaacs. He married his high school sweetheart, Tami (Horrocks) Paxton, in 2000 and they established themselves in Colorado Springs. He was a loving husband and devoted father to their four children: Blake, Caden, Kobie, and Sabri. He was an ardent supporter of his children's activities and faithful advocate of his wife's many interests.

Michael is survived by his wife and children; father; mother and stepfather; brothers, Jeremy (Megan), Daniel, and Asher; grandmothers, Betty Paxton and Barbara Procyzyn; uncles, Robert Paxton and Charles Carter, Jr.; aunt, Kim Long (Rick); mother-in-law, Maria Wingate; sisters-in-law, Kristy (Rob) Hilbert and Leslie (Kevin) Cooper; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Michael was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Robert Paxton, Sr. and Charles Carter, Sr.

Funeral services will be held at Rock Family Church, 4005 Lee Vance Drive, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918 - Phone: (719) 531-6600 – please call for service date & time.

In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the Michael Paxton Memorial Fund at https://www.gofundme.com/michaelpaxton. All contributions will go to the family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Jan. 15, 2017.

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Jeffrey Stewart

May 4, 2017

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

David, Patty and Daniella Addis

February 6, 2017

So sad to find out the news of Mike's death this past weekend. He was a very nice guy and we could tell he loved his family. He will be sorely missed around our little cul-de-sac community. We will keep your family in our thoughts and Prayes.

Mary Lugar

January 19, 2017

Charlie and family-So very sorry for your loss--Thinking of you all

Dede F.

January 18, 2017

So sad to hear about the loss of your son Rubin. My prayers go out to you and his whole family.

Derek Wilson

January 17, 2017

Very saddened to learn of this news. May God give peace that passeth understanding during this difficult time.

January 17, 2017

Michael is a great friend and great man. I will miss him so much. His sweet heart to always do his best and make things right will be remembered. This world has lost a wonderful and faithful person. With love to Michael - pray for me buddy from heaven - Tim

Adam C.

January 16, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with his family .Blessings to you guys in this difficult time. Maybe God keep you in His arms.
Mike will be missed.he was a good friend with an awesome heart. May he rest in peace.

Carole Taylor

January 16, 2017

As long as he lives in the hearts of the ones he left behind he will never die.

Joshua Martinez-Evans

January 15, 2017

Light and love to all affected by the loss of such a good man.

Jackie Price

January 15, 2017

I am so saddened to hear of Michael's passing. May God wrap his arms around and comfort you all during this difficult time.

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