Obituary: Michael Scott Oxton, 35, Enjoyed Camping and Hiking, Loved Playing Video Games, and Was a Faithful Friend

Obituary from C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors.

Michael Scott Oxton, 35, died Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Beverly Hospital from injuries sustained from a fall.

Born in Beverly on March 18, 1980, he was the loving son of Ann M. Oxton of Danvers. He was raised and educated in Beverly and Salem. Mikey was employed at several moving companies. He enjoyed camping and hiking, loved playing video games, and was a faithful friend.

In addition to his beloved mother and her boyfriend, Dean Wright, he leaves two aunts, Brenda Sidmore and her husband Richard of Malden and Debby Oxton of Beverly, his uncle Peter Oxton of Beverly, his cousins Christopher, Jeff, Daniel, Scott, and Eric, a loving extended family, and many dear friends.

He was predeceased by his grandparents, Phineas and Evelyn Oxton, and an uncle, Bruce Oxton.
His funeral service will be Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 1PM in C.R. Lyons & Sons Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers Square. Relatives and friends are invited. Burial will be private and there are no visiting hours. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 93 North Street, Salem, MA 01970.