San Diego Zoo

Jaxon was a lifelong animal advocate, passionate about caring for and learning about all creatures. He loved visiting zoos, aquariums, and local farms, always curious and eager to connect with animals. Through Jaxon in Action, his spirit lives on as we continue to support animal welfare and inspire others to protect and appreciate the natural world he loved so much.

A young boy and an adult man sitting on grass outside, holding a large snake together. The boy looks intrigued while the man watches.

A young boy with dark hair and a blue hoodie looking up at the camera, with a tiger lying on the ground behind a glass enclosure at the zoo.

Young boy smiling in front of a glass enclosure at a zoo, with a resting otter inside the enclosure behind him.

In a final act of compassion, Jaxon’s family honored his love for animals by requesting donations to the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance in lieu of flowers or gifts at his funeral. Even in his passing, Jaxon’s generosity and dedication to protecting wildlife continue to make an impact, supporting the care and conservation of animals he cherished throughout his life.