Jax Gratton, a 34-year-old hair stylist from Denver, was found deceased on June 6, 2025, in Lakewood, Colorado, after being missing since April 15. Gratton’s body was discovered in an alley in an advanced state of decomposition, prompting the Lakewood Police Department to launch an investigation into the “suspicious death.”
Authorities initially did not confirm the identity of the body, stating that the remains were in such an advanced stage of decomposition that positive identification could not immediately be made. The Lakewood Police Department noted that the remains appeared to be those of an adult, but the identity was not officially confirmed at the time of the discovery.
On Saturday, Gratton’s family publicly confirmed the tragic news. Her mother, Cherilynne Gratton-Camis, shared her heartbreak on Facebook, writing, “With a broken heart, I share the news that our beloved Jax Gratton has been found — and she is no longer with us. There are no words strong enough for the grief we are feeling. The light she carried, the love she gave so freely, and the joy she brought into our lives have been taken from this world far too soon.”
Gratton, a transgender woman, was known for her work as a talented hair stylist, and she had a warm and caring personality that touched the lives of many. Her loss has left a profound void in the community, and her family is mourning the passing of someone who brought so much light into their lives.
As of Saturday evening, the coroner had not yet officially confirmed the identity of the body, but Gratton’s family expressed their belief that the remains found were hers. The Lakewood Police Department has stated that they will release more information once the coroner completes the identification process.
Gratton’s death has sparked an outpouring of grief and support from her loved ones, who are struggling with the tragic loss of someone so deeply cherished. She is remembered for her kindness, her love, and the joy she brought to those around her.
