Peyton Anthony Jones

Peyton Anthony Jones passed away peacefully in his parents' arms and took the hands of Jesus on January 30, 2018. Peyton spent the last year back and forth to Texas Children's Hospital in Houston with complications following a stem cell transplant. He was known to be a fighter and fought the good fight until God called his name.

Peyton Anthony Jones was born on May 17, 2002 in Killeen, Texas to Shante' Seward. He attended schools in Copperas Cove, Gatesville, and Lampasas. He was a sophomore at Lampasas High School. Peyton enjoyed playing golf with his Pops and had a love for the Oklahoma Sooners. Peyton also enjoyed his many snuggles with his Nanners. His passion was drawing and playing Clash of Clans with his dad and cousin Oakley. Weekend movie trips with his Nana and Papa were also a favorite pastime. He loved going to the lake with his family and grilling steaks. His quirky sense of humor and love of practical jokes always had everyone around him laughing. Peyton had the biggest heart and was always thinking about the needs of others before his own. His legacy touched the hearts of many.

Peyton is survived by his parents Jerry and Shante' Seward of Lampasas and his sisters Jayme, Madilynn and Evalynn; his father Chad Stephenson of Gatesville; grandparents Ronnie and Penny Jones of Lampasas, Jerry and Brenda Seward of Lampasas, and Donald Donahoo and Darlene Stephenson of Gatesville; great-grandmother Renate Jones of Oklahoma and great-grandmother Pauline Seward of California; great-grandpa Bill Pomeroy of Connecticut. He is also survived by Memaw, Pepaw, and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Peyton was preceded in death by his Granny Inge Jones, Uncle Ryan Jones, great-grandpa Chester Jones, great-grandpa James Jones, and great-grandpa Bob Seward and great-grandparents Gene and Shirley Vodron.

The family will receive guests for a time of visitation on Sunday, February 4, 2018 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Grace Fellowship Church in Lampasas. A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, February 5, 2018 at 6:00 PM at Grace Fellowship Church, Lampasas. Peyton will be cremated and brought home with his family where he belongs. You may share condolences with the family by visiting www.crawfordbowerscopperascove.com