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Charles Baxter Obituary

Charles Dacus Baxter

ROEBUCK, SC-- Charles Dacus Baxter, age 48, husband of Cheryl Goodson Baxter for 26 years, died suddenly on Friday, November 30, 2012.
Charlie was born in Orlando, FL to Viola Rose Baxter and the late Charles D. Baxter. He was a graduate of Jefferson County High School in Danridge, TN. Charlie continued his education at the Citadel, graduating in 1986 as a member of India Company.
He honorably served his country as Captain in the United States Army. Charlie was Associate Vice President of Iatric Systems, Inc. He and his family recently moved to Roebuck, SC from Chattanooga, TN, where he was actively involved in the community and his church, Bayside Baptist Church. Charlie always put his faith and family first. He was actively involved in his church as a deacon, Director of AWANA, and numerous other church activities. Charlie was also active in the Boy Scouts as a troop leader. At the time of his death, Charlie was a member of Anderson Mill Road Baptist Church in Spartanburg.
In addition to his wife and mother, Charlie is survived by a son; Charles Dacus Baxter Jr. of the home; a daughter, Caroline Baxter Robinette and her husband, Jordan and their daughter Angelia, of Spartanburg. He is also survived by a brother, Jerry Baxter and his fiancée, Hillary, of Kodak, TN; brother-in-law, Ernest Goodson and his wife Mary of Florence, SC; sister-in-law, Suzy Taylor and her husband Bill of Spartanburg.
A memorial service will be held Tuesday, December 4, 2012, at 4:00 PM in the sanctuary of Anderson Mill Road Baptist Church by Reverend Dr. D. J. Horton and Reverend Grady Cooper.
The family will receive friends following the memorial service in the church sanctuary.
The family will be at the home.
Condolences may be left on line at www.JMDunbar.com
Dunbar Funeral Home
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Published by Spartanburg Herald-Journal from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4, 2012.
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Wendy Goins

Acquaintance

January 23, 2022

I receive notifications each year from LinkedIn that it is Charlie's birthday. It always gives me pause, but allows me to reflect on the Baxter's family loss and my time spent with him during our days in India Company at The Citadel. Charlie may be gone, but know that he is not forgotten. With respect, Paul Buhler

Paul Buhler

Classmate

November 26, 2019

Daddy I love you

Caroline Robinette

April 30, 2014

I'm not sure if anyone still visits Charlie's guest book but if you do please feel free to submit any fond memories or photos of Charlie.
Thank you,
Cheryl

March 21, 2014

Baxter

March 21, 2014

March 21, 2014

I want to express my sympathy to the family,friends and co-workers of Mr. Baxter. I did not know him but I understand loss. May you be comforted in your loss.
God Bless
Gloria Irvin

December 10, 2012

Very sorry, I just learned of your loss. Will be praying for you and family. I Love You Aunt Patsy

December 8, 2012

Dear Baxter Family,

My heartfelt condolences on your loss. Charlie was my classmate and a good man. You all will remain in our prayers.

Joe Vonnegut '86

December 7, 2012

My friend, my mentor, has stepped from this life to the next, but his memory and influence will live on in every line of code I write. Wassup, Charlie.

Tom Tarbotton

December 6, 2012

MY DEAR CHERRY, I AM SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF CHARLIE'S SUDDEN DEATH. MY HEARTFELT SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
LOVE, CAROL YOUNG ST. CLAIR

December 6, 2012

Dear Baxter Family,

My deepest condolences for your loss. Charlie was an honorable man, gentle and compassionate, he was my classmate, and my friend. The world is a lesser place today from his passing.

Doug Craft India '86

Doug Craft

December 6, 2012

I am truly sorry for your loss, my deepest condolences to the entire Baxter family. You all will be in my prayers during this painful time.

Chris D'Urbano, '86 O Co.

Chris D'Urbano

December 6, 2012

Dear Baxter Family,

As both a classmate and fellow Army Officer there are no words other than you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. I can only wish you are sustained by his love, memories and he's watching over you now with our maker.

May God be with you,
Troy Baker '86

December 6, 2012

Dear Friends,

It's with a heavy heart and stunned disbelief that I write this entry and recognize that Charlie has passed away. It seems like only yesterday that a group of young men from various parts of the country and all walks of life gathered for the first time on the hot quad of India Company. The Citadel's system transitioned us from strangers, to acquaintances, to friends, and then to brothers – and we will sorely miss our brother Charlie.

Cheryl, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Steve

Steve Lipscomb

December 5, 2012

Dear Baxter Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Charlie and the loss for you and everyone that had the chance to know him. I remember speaking with him about family in Charleston, SC and being in the military, amoung other things. A wonderful man! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chris Hottinger

December 5, 2012

I do not think that I can top Tim's sentiments, I can only reiterate them. Coleman Cox was kind enough to inform me of Charlie's passing and I too am in shock. Even though over 25 years have passed it still seems like yesterday that we experienced "India Company" together. Charlie you and your family are in my families prayers.

God Bless and God Speed

Mark Pease
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Mark Pease

December 5, 2012

I'm completely stunned to be writing a condolences note to the family of Charlie Baxter; to suppose that there is an end date to the life of a classmate and a truly honorable man.

There is a group of men who are now scattered across the world that will always remember hot, humid days in Charleston, SC and Baxter, C.D. Charlie put Bulls Gap, TN on the map for all of us and a smile on our faces. Although outwardly we have changed since we departed India Company, we will always remember Charlie, his wry sense of humor, his love for his family, and his sense of honor.

To Cheryl and the rest of the Baxter family, please know how sorry I am for your loss. Please let us know your contact information so that we can get the word out to the rest of Charlie's classmates. I will keep you all in my prayers.

God bless you.

Tim Solms
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Tim Solms

December 5, 2012

Dear Baxter Family,
We are so saddened by your sudden loss. Please know that our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow. We will miss Charlie greatly.

My family's thoughts are with you during this terribly sad time.

Haidee LeClair

December 5, 2012

Cheryl and family,

I am so very sorry for your loss. Charlie was the nicest, sweetest guy and it is hard to believe he is gone! I never saw Charlie angry or cross with anyone. He was so easy to talk to and was so intelligent! He was definitely a huge asset to our company. He will be greatly missed at Iatric Systems. Cheryl, I wish I were there to give you a big hug. Your family is in our prayers.

Shari Hoffman

December 5, 2012

Dear Baxter Family,
Anyone who has worked or known Charlie over the years has come away from that experience a better man. He will be missed by all.

My family's thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

McWhinnie Family

Kevin McWhinnie

December 5, 2012

Dear Baxter Family, Our condolences to you and your family. We will keep you in our daily prayers. He will live on forever in the memories he shared with others. Blessings, Jeanine "Nini" Martin

Jeanine Martin

December 5, 2012

So sorry to hear about the death of Charles. He was such a good child growing up. I haven't had to pleasure of seeing him since he became an adult but know he was loved by his Tennessee relatives. He was my oldest sister Jettie Baxter's grandson and she loved him dearly. Charles we will miss you

Betty Romines

December 4, 2012

Amy and I wish to offer our sincerest condolences to the Baxter family. Charlie was one of the nicest fellows I've ever met and it was a privilege for me to work with him. Please take care.

Nate Haley

December 4, 2012

Cheryl and family,
I'm so glad that you and your family was part of my life. I think of you often and my heart goes out to you as I know Charlie was and is the light of your life. My prayers are with all of you.

Wilma Laymon

December 4, 2012

Cheryl and family,
My deepest sympathy is with all of you in this loss. Charlie was a fantastic guy and had a major impact on my life. I will keep you in my prayers.

Dorine Bagley

December 4, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the Baxter family. Charlie was a genuinely kind and helpful person. It was a pleasure working with him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Sarah Cahill

December 4, 2012

It was a honor to have known Charlie and to have worked with him at Children's Hospital. He was a fine man and our prayers are with your family.

Lesa Hawkins

December 4, 2012

Cheryl and family-my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time, although I hadn't seen Charles in a while, the memories of us as children at the family reunions of our mothers Geneva and Viola (Aunt Bobie)and the rest of the aunts, uncles and cousins still remain with me. Charlie-you will be truly be missed. Bobbie

December 4, 2012

Cheryl and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss, and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Charlie was a special person, we were made better by knowing him.
Wes and Janet

Wes and Janet McRae

December 4, 2012

Cheryl, Caroline and Chad, and family,

I am so very sorry that you lost such a wonderful husband and father--too early. I am blessed to have known Charlie for many years at work and can say that he is the kind of person I'd like to work on becoming more like---compassionate, patient and so very kind. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Stacey Davis

December 3, 2012

Cheryl and family - Deepest sympathies for your loss. Praying for God's love to surround you and hold you.
-Christie and Doug

Christie Allred

December 3, 2012

Baxter Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Charlie was an exceptional man. You are all in our thoughts and prayers,

Denise Shreffler

December 3, 2012

Baxter Family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Charles was a wonderfully caring and generous man. He will be missed by many. We want you all to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. And know that there is a glorious reunion going on in heaven right now.

Amanda and Kevin Elkins

December 3, 2012

Baxter Family,

It's with a heavy heart I extend my deepest condolences to your family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly Keesee

December 3, 2012

Dear Cheryl and Baxter Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. It has been nice working with Charlie during the past five years. He will be missed greatly by his work family. You are in our prayers.
Sincerely, Sherry Outland

Sherry Outland

December 3, 2012

I was very sad to hear of Charlie's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Randy Durham

December 3, 2012

I consider myself truly blessed for having known Charlie. He was a natural leader, peacemaker, gentle giant and exemplary man of faith. Heaven has gained one of our finest.

Frank Fortner

December 3, 2012

Nadine Hall

December 3, 2012

It was an honor to work for Charlie, he was a compassionate and caring man. My thoughts and prays are with you.

Dianna Laporte

December 3, 2012

Baxter Family,

It is a honor that I had the pleasure of working with Charlie for many years in the Interface team. He was such a wise and gentle man. He always had a positive attitude and has touched many lives in such a positive way that walked in his path. He will be truly missed by friends and family. My deepest condolences and sympathy are with Cheryl, children, and family at this time.

Joe and Karen May

Karen May

December 3, 2012

Cheryl and family-
In this time of sorrow and transition, know that Charlie Baxter was a man who lived a life of impact. I will miss his calm, steady voice of reason and intelligence. Charlie was always willing to assist and go the extra mile - even simple emails could become a classic textbook example for an interface workflow. I loved that about him! He will be sorely missed by all at Iatric Systems, leaving a giant's footprint. The last words we exchanged were his birthday greeting last week. He was quick with a reply and a humble thanks.

If you need anything, please let us know as we are just around the corner. Tricia and I are holding you and the family in our prayers and deepest thoughts. May God bless you in this time of transition and rest in the sweet assurance of his eternal homecoming.

Mark and Tricia Johnson

Mark and Tricia Johnson

December 3, 2012

My heart is broken for you Chery. Charlie and I are praying for you as you walk through this valley. We have been trhough a lot together over the years and I know the Lord will see you through this. "Thou art my hiding place; Thou dost preserve me from trouble; Thou dost surround me with songs of deliverance." Ps 32:7
Love you,
Bonnie McAllister

Bonnie McAllister

December 3, 2012

Baxter Family,

I had the pleasure of working with Charlie for many years. He was such a wise and sweet man. My deepest condolences and sympathy are with you in this time. he has touched many lives in such a positive way, he will be greatly missed by friends and family.

Lisa Cato

December 3, 2012

Dear Baxter Family,

In this time of grief and sorrow, please know that Charlie had a positive impact beyond measure on all those blessed to know him and work with him. Such a truly gentle and steady presence with a heart of gold will be missed by all. May God bless you, comfort you, and bring you peace.

Eric Carter and Heather Rowley

Eric Carter

December 2, 2012

I had the pleasure of working with Charlie at Iatric. He was a very sweet man and I will miss him greatly. I am praying for Cheryl, their children and the family and sending my heartfelt condolences.

Carrie Schiller

Carrie Schiller

December 2, 2012

I would like to offer my deepest condolences to the Baxter family. I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Pedro Jimenez

December 2, 2012

To the entire Baxter family,
We are sending our deepest sympathies during this time. We will keep you all in our throughts and prayers.
-Kristian & Heather Korencsik

Kristian Korencsik

December 2, 2012

Cheryl and family - My prayer is that God will provide peace and strength during your time of need. Please know that I am here if you need anything.

Much love,
Amanda Howell

Amanda Howell

December 2, 2012

I consider it an honor and a blessing to have known and worked with Charlie at Iatric Systems. He was one of the kindest men I have ever known. Please take comfort in your sweet memories of him.

My deepest condolences.
Cindy Smosky

December 2, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Angela Patterson

December 2, 2012

Cheryl, Chad and Caroline - I'm sending my deepest condolences. Heaven gained an Angel on Friday. We are praying for you guys to have strength and peace during this most difficult time. We are here if you need anything.

All our love,

Michael, Stacy, Christopher & Collin McCloskey

Stacy McCloskey

December 2, 2012

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