Kaelan Alexander Palmer Paton


SHARON — Kaelan Alexander Palmer Paton, 16, beloved son of David Paton and Catherine Palmer Paton, died June 16, 2009. He was born Jan. 6, 1993, in Sharon.

He was a student at Housatonic Valley Regional High School and had just completed his freshman year.

He loved learning, sports, contra dancing and the natural world and all sentient beings.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by his paternal grandparents, Sandy and Caroline Paton of Sharon; and his sisters, Linnea, Shannon and Juliana Palmer Paton of Sharon; as well as many beloved aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Dale and Mary Palmer.

A celebration in his honor will be held on Sunday, July 12, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Housatonic Valley Regional High School in Falls Village. The service will be followed by a song circle, vegetarian potluck meal and music and folk dancing in Kaelan’s honor. Wear cool, casual, comfortable clothing. Rainbow colors are welcome.

Donations in his memory may be sent to the Kaelan Paton Memorial Fund, Salisbury Bank and Trust, PO Box 7, Sharon, CT 06069.

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