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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nOn December 18, 2024 Braxton Isaiah Criss passed away in his mothers loving arms surrounded by his loving family and closest friends. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Braxton was born to Jessica Joann Criss on April 26, 2014 in Lakeland fl. And was a lifelong resident of Polk County fl. Braxton loved music, which was most noticeable when his mother would to sing to him. Braxton also loved lights, motorcycles and Mickey mouse. He loved high fives with his sister Calisa and belly laughs with his brothers Matteo and David. Braxton\u2019s eldest brother Davon devoted his life to helping care for him. Braxton truly viewed him as his hero and protector , spending countless hours in tickles, cuddles, and mini dance parties … but just as fiercely his anchor in difficult times. Never wavering or leaving his side. Braxton was a light to his community. This could be seen each year as they would come together to hold a parade of all of his favorite things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Braxton is preceded in death by his Maternal grandparents David and Joanne Criss, and his Aunt Kelly Criss. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He is survived by his mother Jessica Criss, his loving and devoted siblings Calisa Criss, Davon Criss, Matteo Criss, and David Criss. His Nana (Maternal grandmother) Denise Henderson (Keith) and Great Grandmother Doris Ison. Uncles David Criss, Shane Criss, Kyle Criss, and Aunt Leslie Mcleod. As well as their loving spouses and many cousins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pall bearers :<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Davon Criss \u2013 Brother<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Matteo Criss \u2013 Brother<\/p>\n\n\n\n
David Criss \u2013 Brother<\/p>\n\n\n\n
David Criss \u2013 Uncle<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kyle Criss \u2013 Uncle<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kyle Blackwell \u2013 Highly valued family friend<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flower bearers: Calisa Criss \u2013 Sister Mary Thigpen \u2013 Aunt Haily Lee \u2013 Cousin<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acknowledgements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Kyle Blackwell and Fun Bike Center Motorsports Kim Scheffler and Cars Racing for a Dream, Inc<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Acknowledgements cont.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reynolds Road Ministries ( Pastor Keith Henderson )<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Winter Haven Moose Lodge ( Mary Thigpen , Greg Gilmore , Shane Deal ) The Community at large for their unwavering support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A Very Very Special Thank you to Bryanna Higbee for the profound dedication she has shown in our darkest hours . Your love and devotion will be as remembered as our beautiful Brave Braxton will be. We love you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Braxton will have the ride of his dreams , he will be escorted in a Motorcycle carriage , This time it really is BRAXTONS RIDE. Everyone is invited to join in this special ride. Cars, Motorcycles, Jeeps, and any other available vehicles are welcome to join in this precession to honor our sweet boy .<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Brave Like Braxton<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Visitation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, December 28, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n
10:00AM – 11:00AM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Cannon Funeral Home<\/p>\n\n\n\n
317 W. Memorial Blvd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lakeland, FL 33815<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Celebration Of Life:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday, December 28, 2024<\/p>\n\n\n\n
12:00PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reynolds Road Baptist Church<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1135 Reynolds Rd<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Lakeland, FL 33801<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Obituary – Cannon Funeral Home, Lakeland, FL<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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