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Doug Baxendale Obituary
It is great sadness the families announce the peaceful passing of Doug Baxendale on the evening of Saturday, November 12, 2016 at the age of 84 years at TBRHSC. His overpowering strength and fight for life, and determination has past on all his loved ones, and Doug will never be forgotten. He was born and raised with his brother Lorne in Murillo with his parents Robert (Bob), Marie Baxendale where he resided all his life right up until his last few years, then he resided in Thunder Bay. Doug was lucky enough to retire in his early 60's which allowed him to vacation to Florida each year to watch what he loved most, Nascar Racing in Daytona and followed the circuit at other race tracks as well. He kept the love for racing current up to his final days. Doug is survived by his best friend Shirley Almgren; her children, grandchildren and close family. Also survived by his daughter Susan Ahola (Ron), son Jeff Baxendale (Yvonne), brother Lorne Baxendale (Rosalie) his many grandchildren, their children and families. His greatest pride of all was his family, and all who knew him would know that. He was predeceased by his wife Deanna Baxendale, September 1, 2005, mother Marie, June 13, 1994, father Robert, October 10, 1989. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of Life will be held on November 21st, 2016 at Murillo Community Hall located 4569 Oliver Rd from 1:00pm. - 3:00pm. Rev. Charlene Scriver of St. James Church will be officiating at the celebration of life and church cemetery. Should friends desire, donations may be made to St. James Anglican Church, or the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated by the family.
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Donald Wassenaar
December 18, 2023
I just found the founder Robert and Ernie of Baxendales Garage. Esso My family bought this garage from them. My father had bicycle shop in one of many them dwellings around the garage. I knew Doug at a young age, but Doug's son Jeffery work or helped Mr. Bill Wassenaar at the bike shop. My name is Donny Wassenaar I liked Jeff like a big brother I never had. Someday I will find Murillo a home away from home. R.I.P. Mr. Doug Baxendale.
July 12, 2017
I had a friend Howard Baxendale,
He pass away Three years ago, Left me
a box of books, I found a thermometer that
said Baxendale Bros, Garage
Phone 36
Murillo Ontario.
Do you know this Garage.
I will be happy to send it to his Family
Katie Hill
po Box 6
Alabaster Al. 35007
December 17, 2016
Jeff,Yvonne and the Baxendale family. We want to send our deepest sympathy for the recent loss of your dad. You are in our thoughts.
Eric and Nancy Hayward
Donna Young
November 23, 2016
Lots of wonderful memories - Donna Young
and family
Ian and Barb McEwen
November 22, 2016
Our condolences to Ron Susan Jeff and Yvonne and family
Doug was a kind sole who always had a smile on his face when I saw him shopping with Shirley
He will be truly missed
Ian and Barb McEwen
Brien Farrell
November 21, 2016
In the early 1960's when I was 14, I started working at the Baxendale Bros garage in Murillo. Doug's uncle Ernie, who co-owned the garage with Doug's dad Bob, was my uncle too. Ernie would pick me up in Fort William on Saturday mornings and take me with him to the garage in Murillo where I would help out; pump gas, fix flats, change oil. I bought an old motorcycle. Ernie let me keep it at the garage and helped me repair it over many many months. When it came time to start it I was struggling with the high compression engine, kick starting with a compression release and spark advance - way more than I could manage. Well Doug and a few of the lads were working on a race-car that day in the garage; tuning the engine, reving with straight headers, really hard core. Doug was about twice my age then and had a real presence when he was in the garage. He was a real car guy. Doug came over and asked if I needed some help. He called over the boys and soon there were four of us holding the old bike, working the controls and kicking it over. When the bike started for the first time it blew the baffle out the exhaust and it hit the wall across the garage for which I got a big smile and atta-boy from Doug.
Shena & Gary LaFreniere
November 20, 2016
Dear Susan, Ron and family,
We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad and Grandpa. We will both remember him with fondness. May happy memories bring you comfort at this sad time.
In friendship and sympathy,
Patsy Jenn Danielle Boe suchocky (Dubray)
November 20, 2016
Sorry to hear about your dad Jeff thoughts are with you and your family
November 20, 2016
so sorry to hear about your dad Jeff our thoughts are with you and your family. Patsy Jenny Danielle Boe ( Dubray )
November 20, 2016
We are so sad to hear of Doug's passing. Please know our hearts and prayers are with you Susan and Ronnie and your family at this sad time. Marilyn and Dave White
November 19, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. We remember the great times at the many parties with Doug and Deanna, particularly the Halloween parties. All great times and great memories. Doug was a true gentleman and the care he had for our township is a great and everlasting tribute to him. He will be remembered always. Our thoughts are with the family at this time.
Duncan and Nora Logan
Leesburg, Florida
Irene Enders
November 19, 2016
You are all in my thoughts & prayers
Vern & Shirley Davis
November 19, 2016
Dear Susan, Jeff, Shirley & Families:
Sincere condolences on the loss of Doug. It was an honour and pleasure to know him.
The thoughts of him always bring back many wonderful childhood memories.
He will be truly missed by all.
With heartfelt sympathy.
Shirley & Gerald Gibson
November 19, 2016
We are saddened to learn of Doug's passing. We loved his sense of humour, especially, at our Cousins' Reunions when he recounted some of his misadventures in Florida. Our sincerest condolences.
Gladys Peacock
November 19, 2016
I was out in Murillo near the Baxendale's my dad was a good friends with Doug Baxendale when my dad getting his car fixed at the gargabe out there. When my husband and i got married in 1984 Doug's parents were there too even Doug and his wife there too
Debra Hackspik
November 18, 2016
Susan and Jeff, so sorry for the loss of your father. I'll always remember him as a loving & generous soul willing to help anyone.
Kayla Baxendale
November 18, 2016
Love you grandpa!! You will surely be missed! You were a great man and was loved by your family dearly! You will be in my heart and prayers forever!
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