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Walter Baxter Obituary
He leaves his wife of 54 years, Barbara A. (Ronayne) Baxter; two sons, Thomas W. Baxter and his wife Cyndi and Kenneth L. Baxter all of Worcester; a daughter, Jodie Martineit and her husband Edward of Sterling; a brother, Robert Baxter of Scituate; a sister, Agnes Ronayne and her husband Lawrence of Worcester; seven grandsons, Adam, Brian, Nicholai and Alexander Baxter and Christopher, Conor and Kevin Monaghan; and nephews and nieces.
He was born in Worcester, the son of Lloyd E. and Anna G. (Quinlan) Baxter and graduated from St. Peter's High School and Quinsigamond Community College. Mr. Baxter was a firefighter for the City of Worcester Fire Department for 34 years, retiring as Lieutenant in 1995. He was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Church and the Knights of Columbus, Alhambra Council 88. Walter served his country in the United States Navy during the Korean War.
The funeral is Wednesday, December 10th from O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue, with a Mass at 10:00 A.M. in St. Charles Borromeo Church, 341 June Street. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours are from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 9th in the funeral home. Contributions may be made to Holy Trinity Nursing Center, 300 Barber Avenue, Worcester, MA 01606.
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Memories and Condolences
for Walter Baxter
David Lanciault
December 22, 2008
Aunt Barbara, Tom, Ken and Jody:
I am sorry to be posting this so late...did not realize that there was a guestbook on line. I am also sorry that I was unable to attend the services...makes you feel more than a little helpless. I can add little to what has been said...Walter Bray was a guy whose stature in my life surpassed even that great form that lurks in my memories; and his big booming voice and laugh. He was there for me...for us...at the hardest times in my life; and I learned more from him about being a man than from anyone else in my life. He lives on in our hearts, our memories and our dreams. With heartfelt sympathy, Dave Lanciault
Mark Ravelli
December 12, 2008
Barbara, Ken, Jodi, and Tom I am sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, I remember the long cigar talks by the trampoline. He always was a good listener. Love ya all.
Janice Anderson (Baxter)
December 10, 2008
Barbara, Tom, Ken and Jody, and the Baxter family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Anne Glanville-Adams
December 9, 2008
Aunt Barbara and family,
I just wanted to let you all know how sad I was to hear of Uncle Walter's passing. It has been a long time since I have seen any of you, but I wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts.
Louis Shropshire
December 9, 2008
Dear Barbara, Tom, Jodie, and Ken;
I was saddened deeply to here of the passing of "Uncle Walter". Walt kind of took me under his wing, so to speak, when I was a new recruit on the job. Without his help and tutelage I wonder if I would have made it this far. I will truly miss him.
My Sincerest condolences
Trey
john canty
December 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joy Ravelli
December 8, 2008
Dear Ken, Tom and Jodi,
Thank you for sharing your father with me. He held me up many times and was always there when we needed him. Nicholai and Alex have been given one of the greatest gifts a person can hope for; a strong, loving grandfather who is actively in their lives. All of my love to you and Gre Gre and all the extended family. -Joy
Gilbane's Worcester Staff
December 8, 2008
Ed, Jodie & family,
Please know that many thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your dad. It is never easy when you loose someone you love, but we just know he has left many memories and we hope it's these that get you all through your loss.
Steve Lanciault
December 8, 2008
Aunt Barbara, Tom, Jodie & Ken,
As a kid I remember all the card games, cook outs and family get togethers. I also remember being able to stop downtown at Central Division and visit with Uncle Wally. And of course who could ever forget the Mr. Magoo impressions. Now, your dad has joined my parents, Nana, Poppy and everyone else and probably already having another card game. At times like this I don't like being so far away but please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
~Steve
Russ Mullet
December 8, 2008
To the Baxter Family,
Our sincerest condolences to Barbara, Tom, Ken and Jodi and the Baxter Family – I always had a lot of respect for Walter, and I enjoyed the many talks with him over the years. He always had a story and a smile. I know he’ll be missed by many.
Russ Mullet & Adel Willard
Mike & Barbara Hopkins
December 8, 2008
Barbara, Jodie, Ed, boys, Tom and Ken,
Mike and I are so saddened by your family's loss. We have great memories of Walter. It is never easy to lose a loved one, and we pray you will have God's comfort through this time and always.
John and Geri Graham
December 8, 2008
Dear Barbara and family,
We want to extend our sympathy to you at the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and friend. Losing a loved one is never easy and always a surprise, even when we know he is going from us. We send you our love and friendship at this difficult time.
Barb, we all miss you at the Y, and keep fond memories of all the fun we had together.
Richard Cogswell
December 8, 2008
Sorry to hear of Walter s death,he inspired me to join the ranks,and was happy to be a long time friend.
Cathy Dunphy
December 8, 2008
I will be forever grateful to Wally for his kindness. He was such a sweet man.
George & Florence Roghaar
December 8, 2008
Our condolences to Barbara at this sad time. We have nothing but happy memories about Walter.
Jackie Kane
December 8, 2008
Dear Baxter Family
So sorry to here of your loss, i will keep you in my prayers.
Jackie (Ravelli) Kane
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