Brayden Toy Willis

Brayden Toy Willis, age 5, of Paducah, KY, passed away on August 31, 2025, at Baptist Health Paducah Hospital. He was born on August 8, 2020, and in his short but beautiful life, he brought endless joy, laughter, and love to everyone who knew him.
 
Brayden had a bright spirit and a heart full of kindness. He never met a stranger—his radiant smile and laughter could melt the hearts of all around him. He loved trains, playing games on his dad’s phone, and calling his Paw Paw nonstop just to chat. Some of his happiest moments were spent going to the store with his dad, playing with his cousins, and enjoying his favorite treats—Mr. Pibb and peanut butter.
 
Brayden was a strong and courageous little boy, a true fighter who faced life with remarkable resilience. He was a true light in the lives of his family and friends. Though his time here was far too short, his memory will forever live in the hearts of those who loved him.
 
Brayden is survived by his parents, James Toy Willis and Elizabeth Jean-Marie Clark of Paducah, Kentucky; three sisters, Star Willis, Trace Willis, and Khloe Prince; one brother, Jaxson Ort; grandparents; James and Penny Mason, and Randy Willis; two uncles, Brandon Paul Smith (Emilee) and Daryl Scott; one aunt, Lana Marie Smith.
 
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Tracy Scott and Debbie and Randy Clark.
 
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah. Burial will follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
 
Visitation will be held from 11:00 am until the service hour of 1:00 pm on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah.