Nashville, Tennessee, – is mourning the sudden and deeply lamented passing of Isaac Blaxton, an esteemed University of Oklahoma alumnus. The shocking news of his passing has left those who knew him in disbelief, their hearts heavy with grief. The confirmation of his untimely departure came through a poignant Facebook post on Tuesday, September 19, which read, “Isaac was a brother to me. This absolutely hurts to write, but the world lost one of the most lively and free-spirited people I’ve had the privilege of knowing.” The exact circumstances surrounding his demise have not been disclosed.
Isaac Blaxton was a dedicated young man who pursued excellence throughout his life. His educational journey began at Coronado, where he graduated in 2009. Subsequently, he embarked on a remarkable academic path at the University of Oklahoma, culminating in his graduation with a bachelor’s degree in botany/plant biology in 2014. During his time at the university, Isaac was a vibrant participant in numerous organizations, including the Hebrew Society, the Pride of Oklahoma, the Kappa Kappa Psi Honorary Band Service Fraternity, the Botanical Society of America, and the Oklahoma Botanical Society.
His academic focus, as evidenced by his LinkedIn profile, centered on plant reproduction, with a specialization in Oryza sativa as a case study in plant biology. Isaac also served as an officer in the Oklahoma Botanical Society, actively contributing to the group’s annual plant auction. Furthermore, he lent his expertise to MCACG as a Program Support Specialist for over four years, from January 2015 to May 2019, working alongside a team of aviation experts and advisors dedicated to aviation improvements for international clients, even in conflict zones.
Isaac’s commitment to community service extended to his role as an enumerator for the United States Census Bureau in Spring Hill, Tennessee, from July 2020 to October 2020. Additionally, he served as a Contact Tracer at Xtend Healthcare, LLC, from August 2020 to February 2021. In Nashville, Tennessee, he found his niche caring for tropical plants while working for Priscilla’s Plants.
Catherine Buckley shared his condulences on the death of Isaac Blaxton. He stated that:
Oh man. It doesn’t seem real. Isaac Blaxton was one of a kind, to say the least.
The stories I have from my time spent with Isaac are still some of my very favorite… from adventures in the Pride to figuring out how to adult together and everything in between… he made every day life memorable.
Thanks for being the life of every party and making life so fun. We will all miss you, Isaac 
Isaac Blaxton was a driven and resourceful individual, always eager to explore opportunities abroad to further develop his skills. He harbored aspirations of serving as a public servant or working for an organization or business with international peacekeeping, development, or political goals. His interests spanned niche industries like air traffic control, where he recognized the high demand for trained professionals worldwide. Isaac’s willingness to move and travel anywhere, be it for temporary or permanent assignments, exemplified his unwavering dedication to his chosen path.
As we remember Isaac Blaxton, we celebrate a life characterized by dedication, ambition, and a commitment to making a positive impact on the world. His legacy will live on in the hearts of those who had the privilege of knowing him, and his dreams of global service and excellence will inspire generations to come.
