George Allen Braxton

George Allen Braxton, born July 31, 1940 departed this earth to his heavenly home on March 5, 2025, at the age of 84. George grew up the oldest of 3 children of George Philmore Braxton and Grace Allen Johnson Braxton. George was an avid athlete in his younger years and the love of sports never left his life. George spent 25 years teaching the skill of masonry to students at Northwood High School. His teaching career encompassed more than teaching, he instilled confidence, love and wisdom in the many lives he touches. George offered love when it wasn’t deserved by the recipient. “Braxton” could see potential when others couldn’t and took the time to encourage greatness.

In 1964, he married Becky Wilson Braxton. That marriage gave him his son, Richie. In 1990, George stood courageously by as he supported Becky through her cancer journey. In 1991, George grew his family into 5 by marrying JoAnn Parnell Braxton. For the next 33 years George and JoAnn spent their lives devoted to each other and their families. George loved nothing more than sports, traveling and eating. He traveled to Isreal, Egypt, Spain, Bermuda and beyond. George never lost his taste for food and was always good for a milkshake and a smile. His soul was gentle and his heart was pure. George was a blessing to so many people that his departure will be felt deeply by many.

Faith and family was a huge part of George’s life and he always had a tale to share from his past. He was an active member at his church, Faith Baptist Church. A smile and a handshake were always a guarantee when he was around. George was the kind of man that treated his family as his greatest accomplishments and never missed an opportunity to say he was proud of them. The greatest compliment that could ever be given to him is that he loved big and is respected by those that knew his friendship and love.

George’s new heavenly assignment leaves many hurting hearts behind but the hope of his salvation gives light in a dark time.

George was preceded in death by his father, George Philmore Braxton, his mother Grace Allen Johnson Braxton and his first wife Becky Wilson Braxton.

He is survived by his loving wife, JoAnn Parnell Braxton, his son, Richard Elliott Braxton (Shannon), stepson, Travis Jester (Jennifer), step daughter Kelly Jester McMurray (Dave), grandchildren, Ashley, David, Cole, Joe, Zeke, Ashton, Luke and GREAT granddaughters, Paisley and Milah “pretty girl”. Brothers, William Braxton (Pat) of Mebane and Robert Braxton (Joann) of Fort Gaines, GA and nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Monday, March 10, 2025 from 11:00-11:45 am at Pugh Funeral Home, 437 Sunset Avenue in Asheboro. Funeral services will follow on Monday at 12 noon at the Glenn “Mac” Pugh Chapel with Rev. Gary Moger officiating. Interment will be held at 3:00 pm Monday at Oakwood Cemetery in Mebane, NC.

Memorials donations may be made to Faith Christian School 1382 Greenfield St., Ramseur, NC 27316 or Crossroads Memory Care, 1302 Old Cox Rd., Asheboro, NC 27205.