Morris Vernon Baxter Jr.

Morris Vernon Baxter Jr. obituary, Louisville, KY

FUNERAL HOME

Prewitt Funeral Home - New Castle

425 N Main St

New Castle, Kentucky

Morris Baxter Obituary

BAXTER, MORRIS VERNON JR., 91, passed away in Germany last week.

He leaves behind to celebrate his memory three daughters, Laura Louise Baxter, Anslie Jean Baxter and Helen Adele Baxter- Southworth. Along with them are his three grandchildren, Heath Langley Alexander, Jesse Baxter Southworth and Emily Elizabeth Southworth and two great grandchildren. Morris was the eldest child. His siblings, Jean Ricketts (Roy) and Robert Baxter (Dorothy) both of Louisville, and Evelyn Davis (Al Cleve) of Mt. Washington, KY, remain to honor their brother's passing.

Morris was born and raised in Henry County. He was a decorated World War II veteran having served as a first lieutenant in the Army Air Corps (later to be called the USAF). He flew 29 bombing missions into Germany. He remained in the USAF reserve as a lieutenant colonel. Following the war he received his master's degree in foreign service and worked for both the CIA and NSA until his retirement. He traveled the world and he loved his country.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, from 6-8 p.m. at Prewitt Funeral Home in New Castle, KY. The funeral service will be at 11:30 a.m. April 2, 2014 at Prewitt Funeral Home in New Castle, with interment to follow at Sulphur Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, Morris requested that donations be given to Mother's Against Drunk Driving (MADD).

Published by Courier-Journal on Mar. 30, 2014.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Morris Baxter

Not sure what to say?





5 Entries

My deepest condolences to all. I am so sorry. God bless.

DW Kay

April 2, 2014

My dad, James Baxter, thought quite a lot of his nephew, Morris, Jr., who was only 5 years younger. They were both in the Army at the same time..it was good to be able to talk with Junie's kids tonight!

April 1, 2014

Uncle Junie! It was always fun to be with you and family. Lots of good memories. Love you... Becky Baxter Ricketts (Buckshot)

March 31, 2014

Thank you for your service to our country. Rest. In God's eternal peace. From a grateful American.

March 30, 2014

May God be with your family during this difficult time, only He knows how we feel and provides the help and the strength that we need at the right time.

R M

March 30, 2014

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results

Make a Donation
in Morris Baxter's name

Memorial Events
for Morris Baxter

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Prewitt Funeral Home - New Castle

425 N Main St, New Castle, KY 40050

How to support Morris's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Morris Baxter's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more