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William Baxley Obituary
Col. William J. Baxley Jr. was born in West Palm Beach, FL, the son of the late William Joshua Baxley, Sr. and Harriett Lucius Baxley. A native of Dillon, he graduated from West Point in 1950, and earned an MBA from the University of Alabama in 1962. During his twenty-two year career in the U.S. Army, he served as an Infantry Battalion Commander in Vietnam and as a colonel in the Office of the Secretary of Defense. He received the Silver Star, the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Bronze Medal and the Freedom Foundation’s George Washington Honor Medal.
Colonel Baxley joined Coastal Carolina University in 1972 and served the institution in many capacities, including Associate Chancellor of Advancement and Dean of the E. Craig Wall Sr. College of Business Administration until his retirement in 1992. Colonel Baxley continued to serve as Dean Emeritus of E. Craig Wall Sr. College of Business Administration. In 2003, he was named an honorary founder of the University. In 2008, the Coastal Carolina University Board of Trustees named University Hall the Bill Baxley Hall in honor of Colonel William J. Baxley Jr. who served the University in various capacities for nearly thirty years. He was predeceased by his first wife, Carolyn Wood Baxley; a son, William Wood Baxley; and a brother, Henry Lucius Baxley.
Survivors include his wife, Beverly Bryan Baxley of Myrtle Beach; one son, John Green Baxley and his wife Audrey of Jacksonville, FL; five grandchildren, William Joshua Baxley IV, Sarah Weiss, Joseph Edward “Jeb” Baxley, Robert Baxley, and Carolyn Jean Sanchez; four stepchildren; ten stepgrandchildren; and a daughter-in-law, Pamela Willis Baxley of Spartanburg, SC.
A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 7, 2008, at First United Methodist Church of Myrtle Beach with Rev. Ken Timmerman officiating. Inurnment will be in Riverside Cemetery in Dillon, SC.
Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church of Myrtle Beach, P.O. Box 1367, Myrtle Beach, SC 29578 or Coastal Education Foundation, P.O. Box 261954, Conway, SC 29528.
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Memories and Condolences
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Michael Miller Major USA Ret
March 17, 2018
As a 20 Year Old Lieutenant in Vietnam in 1967-68, I was inspired by this man. Words can not describe him, for he was the truly remarkable. Whatever I am today, is due in great part because of him. He is ever in my thoughts and prayers.
Roland and Hedi Pike
November 7, 2008
Our sincere sympathy to the Baxley family. Our hearts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Chip Hyman
November 7, 2008
It was sad indeed to learn of Col. Baxley's passing. He was a great man, wonderful friend and outstanding soldier. My prayers are with his family. He will be missed by those who knew him best.
Darla Domke-Damonte
November 6, 2008
Col. Baxley was a quiet leader who lived a life of service. He had kind words for all and was always available to provide his expertise, heart, vision, and commitment to projects and programs that would provide opportunity to others. We are grateful to have had the privilege to have known him and send our most heartfelt condolences to his family at this difficult time.
Darla, Taylor, Alexandra, and Laura Damonte
mike pruitt
November 6, 2008
the world was a better place because you were here! You will be missed! May God Bless your family!
Glen Deichelbor
November 6, 2008
John,
I pray for God's blessings on you and your family as you mourn your Dad's passing. God grant you comfort and strength during this time.
Glen
Carrie Mott
November 5, 2008
Mrs. Baxley and Family,
We were so saddened to hear of Colonel Baxley's passing. He was a tremendous person, mentor, colleague, and friend. He will be greatly missed by all of those whose lives he touched. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Peter and Betsy Barr
Cameron and Carrie Barr Mott
Jason and Kelly Barr
James and Christine Barr Haltiwanger
Doryn Morton
November 5, 2008
Angela,
I am so sorry for your family's loss.
Doryn Morton
Miriam Kate Gasque and Kim Warren
November 5, 2008
We are sorry for your loss and will keep you in our prayers.
Fred DuBard, Jr.
November 5, 2008
We have lost a great man and great CCU friend.
Sandi Hatcher
November 5, 2008
Dear Mrs. Baxley,
I had the opportunity to meet Col. Baxley during my appointment at the CCU-Myrtle Beach Higher Education Center. Col. Baxley was a very kind and gentle giant. He always had a smile and an encouraging word. He was truly a gentleman and I will certainly miss his presence here. My condolences to you and your family as you celebrate the life of a great man.
Sincerely,
Sandi Hatcher
Lynne Wormell
November 5, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Nancy Burton
November 5, 2008
Col. Baxley was a wonderful person and it was an honor to know and work with him at Coastal Carolina University for many years. He was a true Southern gentleman and his manner was always genuine, fair and honest. We at the University will miss his presence. The world is a better place because of men like Col. Baxley. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and many loved ones during this most difficult time.
Jim Bradley
November 5, 2008
John and Family
We are sorry for the loss of your Father You are in our prayers
Jim and Gayle Bradley
Lebanon TN
Paul Malone
November 5, 2008
It was a privilege to know Bill. He was a great gentleman and a real asset to Coastal Carolina University.
Wanda Lewis
November 5, 2008
Beverly,
My heart is saddened by the loss of Col. Baxley. He was a kind man, a Southern gentleman, and a dear friend. His kindness, friendship, and generosity touched many lives. He will be missed by many.
Carol Reedy
November 5, 2008
John & Audrey,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve through this loss.
Our deepest sympathies,
Carol & Michael Reedy
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