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1919
DIED
2005
Walter Baxley Obituary
Funeral: 10 a.m. Thursday in Laurel Land Memorial Chapel of Fort Worth. Burial: Laurel Land Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Laurel Land Funeral Home.
Mr. Baxley was born Dec. 17, 1919, to the late Oscar and Sallie Baxley in Blossom. He worked for Channel 6 in Texarkana, Channel 5 in Fort Worth and retired from Channel 11 in Fort Worth in 1986 after 31 years of service. Mr. Baxley enjoyed working on TV sets and VCRs after retiring. He liked gardening and enjoyed video photography.
He was preceded in death by a brother and sister.
Survivors: Wife of 58 years, Bernelle Baxley; son, Russell Baxley of Houston; grandchildren, John Clinton Baxley and La Dana Baxley of Houston; sister, Aileen Herron of Blossom; and numerous nieces and nephews.
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JT and Pat Molder
June 7, 2005
Bernelle - JT and I have just read of Walt's death and are so sorry we didn't know at the time. Some of my first memories at The Trail Lake Church in 1966 are of you, Walt and Russ. You are special people. In Him, Pat (Moxon) Molder
Aileen Herron
April 11, 2005
Dear Bernelle,
I will miss Walter very much. He was a good brother to Bud, Doris and me. God bless you in your grief. Love, Aileen
Rick Lancaster
April 10, 2005
Aunt Bernelle, I was very sadened of the news of the passing of Uncle Pete. I will always remember him for his loving personality and devotion to Jesus! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Rick (Lancaster)
Peggy Johnston
April 9, 2005
Dear Aunt Bernelle, I have such good memories of you and Uncle Pete.
You both were always so good to me, and I will always remember that. I'll miss him a lot, as will my mother. May God bless you, and keep you always. I love you. Peggy
Friends at Watermark Solutions
April 7, 2005
Russ, We are sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your Mother. May God's presence comfort you during this time and the days ahead.
Mary East
April 7, 2005
Bernelle, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May all your good memories help give you peace of mind. Glenn & Mary East
Julie Wiley
April 6, 2005
Aunt Bernelle, I will miss Uncle Walter very much. I've always enjoyed his company and great sense of humor so much. I pray that you will find peace and comfort in the wonderful memories that you have. I love you. Julie
Arleta Lanman
April 6, 2005
Bernell, I am so sorry to read of the passing of Walter. However, I am glad God blessed you with so many years together. Peace be with you and Russell in the days and years ahead. All my love, Arleta
Stan Scott
April 6, 2005
We are so sorry of your loss. He knows how much you carried.We pray that you have peace. God will, in time lighten your burden.Please know that many many care. Betsy & Stan Scott
Loren and Linda Stroup
April 6, 2005
Burnell, may God give you comfort and peace in this, one of the hardest times of your life.
Ed and Uvonne Dewberry
April 6, 2005
Bernelle, we were so sorry to hear about Walt. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you. May God in his great love and mercy comfort you.
With Love,
Patsy and Jay Walker
April 6, 2005
Bernelle, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love in Christ.
Teresa Jenkins
April 6, 2005
Dear Bernelle:
Very sorry to hear about the death of Walt. I pray that God will give you peace as you go through this time. God is with you as you grieve the passing of your husband. He stores your tears in a bottle and surrounds you with His love.
Love to you, Teresa Jenkins (NRCS)
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