Born August 5, 1943 to Hugh and Dorothy (McGrain) Brayton, he lived a beautiful and fulfilling life with his wife, Linda Brayton. His presence and love will be missed dearly by all who loved him.
Psalm 23:6
"Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever."
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Jacqueline Doerr. He is survived by his wife, Linda Brayton; his little furbaby, Lily; daughters, JoAnn (Orlan) Reed, Amy (Scott) Schuster; sons, James (Tina) Brayton, Scott (Audrey) Brayton, John Dunham, and Todd Brayton; his many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Jerry (Sharon) Brayton; sister, Janice (Fred) Shewchuck.
A Celebration of Life will be held on December 10, 2025, at 3:00 pm at St. James Catholic Church, 1010 S. Lansing St., Mason, MI.
In lieu of flowers and donations, the family merely requests your presence and prayers.