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William Baxter
Franklin - William Lee Baxter, 90, transitioned into eternity on May 17, 2013. Lee was born the third of six children in Newberry, SC, to the late John and Annie Baxter, but spent the majority of his life in Franklin, VA, with his wife of 65 years, Lelia Lue Parker Baxter. He retired after 35 years of service with the Naval Weapons Station, Yorktown, VA. He also owned his own bus, trucking, construction, and oil businesses where he faithfully served his customers. He was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church, Franklin, where he served as a trustee. As a young man he served his country in the army during World War II in the South Pacific. He was preceded in death by one brother, John Henry Baxter, and two sisters, Mary Elizabeth Elliott, and Virginia Harris. He leaves to carry on his legacy his daughter, Sandra B. Smith (Michael), grandchildren, Shannon Harris (Sean), Michael Smith (Keisha), Yale Cullings, and great-grandchild, Michael Cameren Smith; his sister, Myrtle Lewis, his brother, Richard Brack Baxter (Ruby) as well as many faithful nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. The celebration of life service will be on Wednesday, May 22, at 1 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Franklin VA followed by a burial with military honors at the Southampton Memorial Park Cemetery, Franklin, VA. Vaughan Funeral Home is in charge.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on May 21, 2013.
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Mrs. Baxter and Family. It saddened us to hear of the homegoing of your husband/father. We are praying that the Lord will comfort you and give you the strength that you need to continue.
We love you,
Louise T. Whidbee & Family
Elizabeth City, NC

May 22, 2013

Mrs. Baxter and Family,

May you find comfort in your memories. I pray that God will continue to bless and keep you.

Thelma W. Wyatt
Waverly, VA

May 22, 2013

Sandra, Mike My condolences go out to you and your family. May God continue to bless you in your loss. I will keep you always in my prayers.

Maurice Other

May 22, 2013

My condolences go out to the Baxter family, Mr. Baxter was such a pleasant man, and his daughter, Sandra, was a great daughter, always accompanying him to his doctor's appointments. God bless you all in you time of bereavement.

Monique Holloman

May 22, 2013

Sandra...so sorry to hear about your Dad. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. It's tough letting go of that someone special we call "Daddy." Time and memories will help ease the pain.

Darlene Dunlow

May 21, 2013

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