James G. Claxton passed away on August 11, 2024 at Clara Maass Medical Center. He was 84 years old and a lifelong Kearny resident.
Claxie as he was affectionately known was a retired school custodian with the Kearny Board of Education. He was married to the late Elizabeth Claxton (Kirby) in a memorable wedding down the shore at his good friend Jack Mooney’s house, a wonderful time was had by all.
Jim leaves behind his sister Judy Halpin and her husband Joe along with their children and grandchildren. He also leaves behind a stepdaughter Melissa Behson (Jesse) and a stepson Christopher Castellano. Jim was a proud grandfather of four grandchildren and one great- grandchild. Special thank you to Kelly his niece for her love and support over the last few years.
A remembrance service will be held on August 25th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at Armitage Wiggins Funeral Home. Cremation has been handled privately.
in lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Tunnel to Towers in Jim’s memory.
