Baxter and his late wife Lauretta married January 11, 1958, in Center Line, MI. Baxter and Lauretta settled down in Warren where they raised their two children. He loved to hunt with his friend and family but especially his grandsons. Baxter enjoyed going to the casino. He was known for his fish fries and homemade ice cream. Baxter was a kind, loving and gentle soul. He always put his family first and was a well-loved man.
Beloved husband of the late Lauretta for 61 years; loving father of Pamela (Daniel) Plotzke and Terry (Jennifer); dear grandfather of Adam (Yilan) Childress, Aaron (LaDona) Childress, Todd Childress (Krystal), Brianna Smith and Elizabeth Smith; proud great grandfather of Clara, Caleb, Holden and Hayden. Baxter is survived by his sister Beula Davis, sisters-in-law Barbara Smith and Debbie Smith, and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Eli and Euesia and siblings Bonnie, Bernice, Bernard and Beuna.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 1:00pm to 8:00pm with a service at 6:00pm. Kaul Funeral Home 35201 Garfield, Clinton Township MI 48035.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the family.
Please share a fond memory of Baxter with the family in his online guestbook.
