Bert A. Saxton

04-29-2024

Bert Allen Saxton Obituary

Bert Allen Saxton, age 66, passed away on April 26, 2024. Bert was born August 21, 1957 in Crawford NE to Milo and Rosemary Saxton.

Bert’s education began in a one room schoolhouse on Cottonwood Creek in Sioux County NE. He then attended high school in Crawford NE where he was a noted participant in the wrestling program. He went on to graduate in 1975.

Bert enlisted in the US Marine Corps in December, 1979. After completing basic training at the USMC Recruit Depot in San Diego he continued service at Marine Corps Air Station, Cherry Point N.C. During his service he received a Rifle Sharpshooter Badge, a Good Conduct Badge, and a Meritorious Mast certificate. Bert was ranked Lance Corporal and completed US Marine Corp active service in 1983.

In 1989 Bert married Denise Jacob and from that union their daughter Chelsee Mae, was born. Seeing his daughter grow into a beautiful young woman was one of Bert's happiest life experiences.

Having grown up in a farm and ranch environment, Bert was known as a committed and hard-working man at any work he put his hands to. He recently retired from the Perrett Construction Co., of Valentine, NE. While fulfilling many duties during his work with Perrett, Bert finalized his 20+ years as a machine operator for the company.

Bert enjoyed fishing, reading, having a good laugh, card games, travel and connecting with family and friends through social media. He appreciated a good meal and time with his loved ones.

Bert is preceded in death by his parents Milo and Rosemary Saxton and his brother Clifford. He is survived by his daughter Chelsee Mae Fresorger (James), his brother Mike Saxton, his sisters Nancy Kile (Scott), Colleen Brennan (Blair) and Polly Chapman. Uncles Patrick Clements and Sam Birdsall, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Bert is loved and will be missed by all those who knew him.

Bert will be interned at the Crawford Cemetery; Chamberlain Chapel is making arrangements. A private family service is planned for a future date.

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