James Carl Saxton
December 14, 1954 - April 5, 2020
James Carl Saxton, 65, of Napoleon, Ohio passed way unexpectedly Sunday, April 5, 2020. He was born on December 17, 1954 in Napoleon to John and Dorothy (Cope) Saxton. He married Teresa Houser on December 20, 1975 at Zion Lutheran Church in Ridgeville Corners, Ohio. James liked being at home surrounded by his family. He was an avid fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns. James enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and teaching them to fish. He enjoyed having friends and family over for a good BBQ. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Teresa; children, Chris (Candi) and Jason (Liz); grandchildren, Kaidian; Delleshae; Leelynd; and Grayson; and siblings, John (Bev) Saxton and Nancy (Randy) Jirikovich. James was preceded in death by his parents. Due to the COVID-19 safeguards, funeral services will be private. Interment will take place at Zion Cemetery, Ridgeville Corners. Memorial contributions may be made to Zion Lutheran Church, Ridgeville Corners or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online messages and condolences may be shared with the family at rodenbergergray.com
James Carl Saxton, 65, of Napoleon, Ohio passed way unexpectedly Sunday, April 5, 2020. He was born on December 17, 1954 in Napoleon to John and Dorothy (Cope) Saxton. He married Teresa Houser on December 20, 1975 at Zion Lutheran Church in... View Obituary & Service Information