Danny Eugene Laxton, 71, of Grantsville, died June 5, 2018 at home. He was born June 11, 1946 at Elkview, a son of the late Ulysses McKinley and Cora May King Laxton.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Louise Wilt Laxton; five sisters and three brothers. Danny was a retired truck driver.

Survivors include a daughter, Jessica Ratliff of Glenville; son, Danny Laxton, Jr. of Pierpont, Ohio; stepdaughter, Jennifer Rogers of Evans; stepson, Steven McGinnis of Amma; brother, Ulysses Laxton of North Carolina; eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

A graveside service was held Saturday, June 9 at the Dundon Cemetery, Clay, with the Rev. James Rapp officiating. There will be no visitation.

John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.taylorfuneralhomeinc.com.