June 27, 2018 – July 29, 2022
at the age of 4 years:
All are welcome to attend Jaxon’s celebration of life on Sunday, Sept. 4 at 2:00 in the Gazebo at Prestige Harbourfront Resort
Jaxon Conrad Martin Langdon, age 4, passed away on Friday July 29, 2022, at 12:09 am safely cradled in Mother’s Arms, at BC Children’s Hospital, Vancouver BC.
Jaxon was born on Tuesday June 27, 2018, at 2:32 am, to parents Kayla Butts and Tyrell Langdon. Jaxon was curious, joyful, and loved getting into mischief! His favorite show was Word Party, and his favorite things to do were to spend time in his swing and being cuddled. Ruger, Meggy and Blue (Jaxon’s very own Paw Patrol) watched over Jaxon and were never to far from his side.
Jaxon was a rock star and was destined to be a huge personality! Jaxon offered to the world his unconditional love. Jaxon laughed and smiled, roared, and snorted, bringing joy and happiness to everyone he touched, in person or virtually through the online community that watched him grow up over these 4 years. Jaxon gave us a lifetime of love during his short time on earth.
Jaxon is survived by his Momma, Kayla, and Dad Tyrell. Gramma Brandi and Grampa Rod Butts and Uncle Brody. His Nanny Diane and G-Pop Rick Wirth. His Great Uncle Ken and Aunt Shannon Wirth, Great Uncle Rich Wirth and cousins Madison, Jacob, Bailey, and Hunter; Great Grandmother Mari-Anne Butts (preceded by Great Grampa Rod Butts). Grandparents Bruce and Marianne Langdon, Aunt Tara and Uncle Trevor Peterson and cousins Macaela and Michael; and numerous great-great aunts and uncles, cousins, and other relatives and friends who love Jaxon very much.
The family would like to thank the doctors and staff of the BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver and The Canuck’s Children’s Hospice for their incredible care provided to Jaxon and the entire family; and a very special thank you to Dr. Erika Henkelman for being there from the beginning to the very end. Jaxon had an amazing team of doctors and nurses, a special thank you to nurses Rachel, Katie, and Nico. Thank you to all of Jaxon’s home nurses and a special thank you to Shawna, for being a part of our family and loving and caring for Jaxon over the years.
We know that in Jaxon’s short life, although he was not able to go out and about and meet many people in person, he has touched so many lives. Jaxon was able to have some of wishes come true in the months before his passing, sitting in a firetruck to going in helicopter, a special thank you to Tyler Stevenson and the Salmon Arm Fire department for embracing Jaxon and making his wishes come true. Thank you to the almost 300 people that sent Jaxon Birthday Cards for his 4th birthday, each will be a treasured keepsake.
“If ever there comes a day that we can’t be together, keep me in your heart. I’ll stay there forever.” – Winnie the Pooh
In the days coming, information will be posted for a Community Celebration of Life. The family asks that this be open to the community to join family and friend in celebrating this little boy. As well as to the all the people on his Team Jaxon Facebook group, that have supported, prayed, laughed, and cried along his entire journey.
A gift of love may be sent in Jaxon’s name to the Canuck’s Place Children’s Hospice, https://www.canuckplace.org/donate/ the Shuswap Children’s Foundation https://shuswapchildrens.ca/support-us/donate-today/ or My NICU Family https://www.mynicufamily.com/
Bless you precious child. Sweet little one you are fearfully and wonderfully made. You are an amazing gift, and you are deeply loved forever and ever. XX/OO
To Kayla, Brandi and Rod.
Your love and commitment to Jaxon’s life was unwavering.
Our deepest sympathies for your loss.
Jaxon sounds like he was an amazing boy, now he’s in the arms of Jesus. I am so sorry for your loss, may his memory keep you going and give you strength everyday❤️
Jaxon was an incredible young person who filled every room with joy. He was greatly loved and will be deeply missed. My heartfelt condolences to his family on this immense loss.
Jaxon always had the best smile!! I see him running , talking away, beaming his big beautiful smile. Kayla he will forever be watching over you, your beautiful guardian angel. Kayla you are a beautiful, strong, loving Momma!!! So sorry for the loss of you beautiful son Jaxon. Sending you love and hugs
The only thing that calms my heart is the thought of Jaxon running and playing in Heaven with all the other children safely with Jesus. You have an angel watching over you until you are together again. Jaxon really did choose the right family to be born into. There is no Momma out there that would have fought for him the way you did. He was here to give you the gift of true love, and a glimpse into what heaven has waiting for you. I am so broken hearted for your loss. Make Jaxon proud Momma. Be strong and keep him always in your heart. He is a piece of you in heaven. You know we are here for you, no matter when, no matter how, no matter what. Love Your Gamblin Family
God did choose the right family for Jaxon’s care. He had a fabulous Mom and Dad who loved him dearly, as well as his Grandma Brandi, Grandpa Rod, Great Grandma Diane and Grandpa Rick. He was surrounded by love his whole life. An adorable sweet little angel who gave back all that love to his family every single day. He is your angel on your shoulder Kayla and he will be with you forever!
I enjoyed watching Jaxon His cute little smile and his love he had for his mom Rest little guy We will all be together again
Although I never got the opportunity to meet Jaxon, I know in my heart he was such an amazing little gift to all the people he touched. I feel your heartache and know nothing can take that away. Remember that God gives you the joy in knowing you will reunite someday. May peace find you through these tough times and know you are never alone, he is and will always be with you. I hope to be able to celebrate his precious life with you, and will continue to hold loving space in light of his passing.
Blessings, Karen ❤️
“Broken Chain”
We little knew that morning that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
you did not go alone;
for part of us went with you
the day God called you Home.
You left us peaceful memories,
your love is still our guide;
and though we cannot see you,
you are always at our side.
Our family chain is broken,
and nothing seems the same;
but as God calls us one by one,
the chain will link again.
© Ron Tranmer
I can’t express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Jaxon was a true warrior and had an incredible family who loved him without question. I have followed on team Jaxon and am amazed at the incredible strength and resilience of all of you. God choose wisely in lending him to you for such a short time. Be peaceful in the knowledge that he is free from the cares and worries of this world and that you will be able to see him and hug him again. He will be your guardian angel.
We are grateful for all Jaxon was, is, and will continue to be through all those he touched.
We continue to pray for those grieving.
My heartfelt condolences on the loss of this precious little one.
Little Jaxon
You hardly tasted life
But you could smile
Even with the pain you felt
You loved all those around you
Your passing has left a hole in many hearts,
But one thing is for certain,
There is another star in the heavens—-
Kayla and Ty, there are no words. Just know my heart is broken for you both. Know I think of you all the time and ANY TIME you need a hug, my arms are here.
Thank you for sharing this wonderful child with us. Though I didn’t meet Jaxon in person, I met his family and I know he spent his time on earth with a very close, loving family who adored him. He could not have chosen a better home than the one he had with you. I know he will be dearly missed.