Obituary
Braxton Robert Ezell, passed peacefully at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, October 26th, 2021 in Bradenton, FL at the age of 77. Braxton was born on November 29th, 1943 in Tampa. He graduated from Manatee High School in 1961, and Cumberland School of Law in 1966. Braxton was married to Suzanna Ezell on December 30, 1976 and they were married for 44 years.
Braxton is survived by sons David Ezell of Clermont, FL (Kristeen Ezell) James Ezell, Henry “Lee” Ezell residing in Kentucky, Christina “Tina” Dunay (Dave Dunay) and granddaughters Hailey Dunay, Madison Ezell and Mackenzie Ezell. Braxton is preceded in death by his parents, James “Jimmy” Ezell and Mamie Ezell, of Bradenton, FL, his sister, Sarah Wilkinson, and his daughter, Jackie Ezell.
Braxton accomplished everything he ever set out to do, from becoming a magistrate with the 12th Judicial Circuit, a Commander for the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, and obtaining a pilot’s license and flying planes as a hobby. He was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and to many, a best friend and trusted mentor.
A celebration of life service for Braxton will be held on December 11th, 2021 at 11am at the Christ Episcopal Church (aka St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church), located at 4030 Manatee Avenue W, Bradenton, FL 34205. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Humane Society of Manatee County at the link below:
https://humanesocietyofmanateecounty.wufoo.com/forms/z15hpgwo06i36h7/
Fare Well, my USCG Auxiliary colleague, mentor, and (I hope) friend. Wishing you fair winds and calm seas as you "cross the bar".
I remember the quiet discussions you and I had. We could talk about any subject but the most enjoyable ones were about the Coast Guard, the Auxiliary, the Law and Politics. You were always willing to listen to my thoughts and opinions and share your own with me. It was a great time and I felt that you and I had become good friends.
I was greatly impressed by your handicap, where you blew off your left hand as a kid. You never seemed to let that stop you in anything, including learning how to fly. You wanted me to teach you how to be a Cox'n on our Auxiliary boat, which takes a goodly amount of physical dexterity, but you got sick before we could complete the task. It told me though that you could do anything that you set your mind to. This demonstrated your great determination and character to me. Also you had many other qualities that I admired and they go on and on. I know that Sue, your family and friends are aware of them all.
You are a great loss to the CG Auxiliary and to the community.
So let me end this by saying, "Fair Winds and Following Seas" shipmate. I hope that I can catch up to you on the other side some day.
Ron.....
My thoughts and Prayers are with all of you
Toni Borman
Our Deepest, most heartfelt condolences are with you and your family. May God's Love and Grace be with all of you during this difficult time.
The City of Clermont Fire Department
Angel Colonneso
Many prayers to the entire family.
Thinking of you!
Sue Post Broxson
(Tom Post's sister)
Thinking of you!!
Sue Post Broxson
(Tom Post's sister)
I don't know many that would still make something of himself after that! However, Braxton became an attorney and a Master Captain. He became the Legal Officer for the USCG Auxiliary, Seventh District, AFTER he had been the Company Commander of a local flotilla and two higher offices. He never thought of himself as "handicapped", just a stupid mistake.
Go with God, my friend, I miss you!
Dee Kermode
Manatee High School Alumni Association
He was a great man and a good friend.
We have many happy memories of him.