Maxton Williams, New York, Buffalo Obituary: Family and loved ones grieve as 14-year-old Maxton Williams passes away after a fight with cancer

 The Buffalo community is deeply saddened by the loss of 14-year-old Maxton Williams, a kind and intelligent child whose short life touched the hearts of everyone who knew him. President Josh Williams and his family adored Maxton, and his bright personality filled every space he walked into with laughter, pleasure, and brightness.

Maxton was an extraordinary young man who was inquisitive, compassionate, and energetic. He approached each day with passion and an open mind, ready to discover, learn, and create enduring experiences with the people he cared about. Whether with his family, friends, or classmates, Maxton's kindness and upbeat demeanor made an impression.

Maxton was a gifted student who was well-liked for his empathy, inventiveness, and sense of humor in addition to his academic prowess. In addition to his ability, his instructors and peers remember him for his generosity, as he was usually the first to lend a helping hand or say something encouraging.

Maxton loved to explore the outdoors, spend time with family, and appreciate the small pleasures in life while he was not in school. He was adored and will always be seen as a ray of hope, whose vigor and positivity cheered everyone around him.

Maxton tragically died at the young age of 14, leaving behind a loving legacy and a grieving neighborhood. His demise serves as a reminder to treasure each moment and to be hopeful despite grief.

Many interpreted the double rainbow that appeared in the sky this morning as a symbol of Maxton's unwavering spirit.