Braxton Jarmon Obituary, Death Cause – A student from the Leander Independent School District has tragically died following the severe flooding that swept through Central Texas, according to a message shared by school officials. Glenn High School Principal Josh Haug confirmed in a letter to families that the student, Braxton Jarmon, lost his life in the recent natural disaster.
Braxton, who was preparing to begin his sophomore year at Glenn High School, was one of several people affected by the floods. In addition to his death, school officials also shared that his sister, Felicity Jarmon—also a student at Glenn—and their stepmother are currently missing in the aftermath of the flooding. Search and rescue efforts may still be underway, but no further updates on their status were provided in the message.
Principal Haug expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy in his letter, stating, “This unimaginable loss leaves us with heavy hearts.” He emphasized the importance of community support during this time of mourning and encouraged families to reach out if they or their children need help coping with the grief. “We are here for you,” he assured students and families.
To assist students, staff, and families as they process the tragedy, Glenn High School announced that counseling services will be available on Tuesday, July 15, from 9 a.m. to noon. These services aim to provide a space for anyone in the school community who may be struggling emotionally due to the news.
In addition to the scheduled counseling hours, the school also reminded parents and guardians of the importance of having open conversations with their children about grief and loss. They were advised to be attentive to changes in behavior, offer emotional support, and encourage healthy expressions of sadness or confusion during this difficult period.
For those in need of further assistance, stand-by counseling support is accessible through the district’s “Let’s Talk” platform. Families and students can also directly contact 512-570-0174 for help.
The news of Braxton’s death and the ongoing search for his missing family members has brought significant sadness to the Glenn High School community and beyond. Students and faculty are being encouraged to come together in support of one another while the district continues to monitor the situation.
As the region continues to recover from the devastating floods, the emotional toll on families, schools, and communities is becoming more apparent. Glenn High School and the Leander ISD are committed to providing mental health resources and support to anyone affected by this tragedy.
No additional details have been released yet about the circumstances of the flooding incident that led to Braxton’s death or the ongoing search efforts for his sister and stepmother. Updates may follow as more information becomes available.
