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Steve Paxton Obituary

A native and resident of Baton Rouge, Steve died at his home on Saturday, July 19, 2014. He was 90 years old. He proudly served his country and was a decorated U.S. Army Air Corps veteran of World War II. Graveside services with Military Honors will be held at 12:30 pm on Thursday, July 24, 2014 at Louisiana National Cemetery, 303 W Mount Pleasant Road, Zachary. Steve is survived by his wife of over 60 years, Helen Edwards Paxton; son and daughter-in-law, David and Linda Paxton; four grandchildren, Nicole, David II, Robert and Wesley; sister, brother and numerous great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Lynda Diane Paxton; son, Kerry Lee Paxton; and granddaughter, Candice Christine Templeton. In lieu of flowers, his family requests memorial donations to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675. Visit the online guest book at www.rabenhorst.com.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 22 to Jul. 23, 2014.
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My deepest condolences to the Paxton family. Steve has been a part of my life for a very long time. He was my neighbor and I will miss seeing him when I make return trips home. He was always kind to me and always treated me like one his own children. May he rest in peace and I pray God's Blessings for Helen, David and his family.

Keyta Price

July 24, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate Steve's well lived life. As a neighbor, he is going to be missed. Our prayers are with the family during this time.

Rachel Price

July 23, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Adrianne Everett

July 22, 2014

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