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RICHARD BAXTER Obituary

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RICHARD H., on Feb. 22, 2013, 83 years, of Hershey's Mill, PA and Sarasota, FL. Loving husband of Barbara W. (nee Wallace), devoted father of Richard A. (Deborah F.), David E. Baxter, Beth Ann Baxter-Henne, cherished grandfather of Chelsea, Kyle, Lindsey, Courtney, Barbara Ann, Meredith, Sarabeth, Blake, Amanda, Abby, Grant, Hannah, Brandon, brother of the late Edward Baxter and Ethel Durst. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Wednesday 6 to 8 P.M. at THE DONOHUE FUNERAL HOME, 1627 WEST CHESTER PIKE (COR. OF HILLTOP RD.), WESTTOWN-WEST CHESTER. Service Thursday 10 A.M. First Presbyterian Church of West Chester, 130 West Miner St., West Chester, where friends may call in Church from 9 to 10 A.M. Interment Birmingham Lafayette Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions in his memory to Paradise Farm Camp, 1300 Valley Creek Rd., Downingtown, PA 19335,

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Feb. 25, 2013.

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Sarabeth Henne

December 12, 2013

It's so beautiful to see all these posts remembering my grandfather. It truly warms my heart to see them around this holiday season, our first without him. Not a day goes by that I don't think of Papa Dick and his skinny legs or his absurd flirting with the nurses at the hospitals. I can almost still hear his usual "I love you so much" whispered into his grandchildren's' ears when he hugged before he left a family gathering. I miss you tons, Papa Dick, and fly high! We all lost a true hero on February 22, 2013.

Wayne Congar

September 9, 2013

Just learned of Dick's passing and offer my belated condolences to his family and huge circle of friends and admirers. Have very fond memories of our tennis matches years ago

Patricia Kostura

March 3, 2013

Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the family.

Phyllis Montoro - Kostura

March 3, 2013

I was sorry to learn the passing of the patriarch in the Baxter family. I could sense the pride and love Mr. Baxter felt for his family when he spoke. He worked hard throughout his life building his niche in this world. Papa Dick earned the respect and love of his family. Over the decades I knew him he seemed to enjoyed life and what it had to offer. I am glad I was able to see him recently at my mother's birthday / super bowl party. He will be missed, but not forgotten. My prayers are with his family.

M Smith

February 27, 2013

To the Baxter family, I am sorry to hear of the passing of Dick he will be greatly missed. May you seek the peace and comfort that God gives in times of sorrow.

February 27, 2013

Dick arrived at my door in Ireland over 10 years ago, looking for his roots. We became instant friends -I've enjoyed every minute of that friendship since - we will greatly miss him. Luke Baxter, Longford, Ireland

Dick Groff

February 26, 2013

Had many morning cofffee's with Dick at WC diner, always bright and cheerful, good person to everyone

February 26, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Jane & Ray Smith

February 25, 2013

Dick will be missed greatly at Turtle Bay. He was so much fun. I will never forget his greeting to me as he bowed, kissed my hand and called me "Lady Jane". I loved the way he adored Barbara. What a sense of humor he had. He was special and unique.

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