Donald Haxton

Donald James Haxton, age 90, of Toledo, Ohio, formerly of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2013. He was born in Canton, Ohio on March 19, 1923 to James B. and Verena E. Metzner Haxton. Don received his Bachelor of Education from The Ohio State University in 1949. He began his career teaching music at Willard High School in 1951 and went on to teach for many years at Waite High School. Over the years, Don played with Jack Runyons Orchestra and many venues in the Toledo area including Music Under the Stars at The Toledo Zoo. Early in his career, Don was employed by the Cleveland Browns, directing at half-time shows. He served in the Army Air Corps an played in their band from 1943-1946. Don loved to fish, boat, and travel with his wife, Irene. Don is survived by his children; Carole CJ Dennis Vereb Troup, James B. Sharon Haxton, Lesley A. Brian Worthington, 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by his loving wife, Irene and brother, Edward. Dons family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to everyone at Swan Creek and Senior Independence for the excellent care and assistance they provided to Don in his final days. A celebration of life for Don will be held at the Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, 501 Conant St. Maumee, Ohio on Friday, June 28, 2013 from 3:00 pm until the time of services at 5:00 pm. Memorial contributions can be made to the charity of the donors choice. Online condolences may be made at walkerfuneralhomes.com.