Ronald Blaine Buxton

Ron Buxton, loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather, passed away peacefully at home, at the age of 89, the morning of January 31, 2022. Ron was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, May 26, 1932 to Charles Henry Buxton Jr. and Pearl Lee Ann Gregory. He was the 6th in line of 7 children.
He spent his childhood growing up in Salt Lake. He served 2 years in the US Army and was honorably discharged in 1955. He married his eternal companion Nola Alene Johnson on September 30, 1960 in the Salt Lake Temple, and they have been happily married for 61 years. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Ron held many callings, and also served as a temple worker and greeter in the Salt Lake Temple for 15 years.
Ron was well known for his smile and quick wit. He was a fantastic ballroom dancer, avid Tennis player, and was happiest with any kind of ball in his hands! He was a die-hard, season ticket holding BYU fan! Ron and Nola loved their family time and have been very supportive in all events of their children’s and grandchildren’s lives. Ron was loved by ALL and will be greatly missed!
Ron is survived by his wife, Nola Buxton, Sister, Beverly Peck, three Children, Pam Slade (Jim), Blaine Buxton (Marcie), Angela Muir (Troy), 17 Grandchildren, and 21 Great-Grandchildren.
A viewing will be held on February 6, 2022 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at Memorial Redwood Mortuary 6500 South Redwood Road West Jordan, Utah. A funeral service will be held on February 7, 2022 from 11:00am – 12:00pm with a viewing taking place prior from 10:00am – 11:00am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on 934 Fremont Avenue Salt Lake City, Utah 84104.
Service Information
Viewing February 6, 2022 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Memorial Redwood Mortuary





Viewing February 7, 2022 at 10:00am - 11:00am
934 Fremont Avenue Salt Lake City, UT 84104





Funeral Service
February 7, 2022 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
934 Fremont Avenue Salt Lake City, UT 84104