John Francis Baxter

John Francis Baxter, age 66; passed away suddenly July 25, 2025. John was born February 1, 1959, in Worcester, MA to his loving parents the late William J. Baxter, Jr. and Gertrude E. Baxter, nee Horan. He is survived by his loving wife Dawn, with whom he spent the last 27 years. Friends say John never smiled more than he did when they married in 2021. John is also survived by his brothers James W. (Pamela) Baxter and Thomas B. Baxter; dear uncle of Alicia, Alexis, and Brooke Baxter; fond cousin, friend and colleague of many.
John was a proud alum of Doherty Memorial High School in Worcester, MA, where he was a star football and basketball player. He graduated Magna Cum Lade from Duke University and received his Master of Management degree from Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University. Prior to Kellogg, John worked for General Electric Company graduating from General Electric's Financial Management Program in Pittsfield, Massachusetts and went on to a successful 40 year long career as an Industrial Project Partner at Hamilton Partners.
John was most proud of his affiliation with Chicago Highlands Golf Club as a trusted partner and co-founder of the club. He committed his time, talents, ideas, and resources to creating the premier family-oriented Club in Chicagoland. CH was his "home away from home." He loved being at the Club, laughing with members, working with staff, and playing golf.
John was an endlessly curious and enthusiastic person. He saw every day as an opportunity to learn new things and he relished sharing that information with others. He and Dawn traveled the world together collecting experiences and memories. Sitting together on the patio at their Mexico home, holding hands, and watching whales go by was a treasured pastime.
Visitation Thursday, July 31st, 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Sullivan Funeral Home, 60 South Grant Street Hinsdale, IL. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Western Golf Association Evans Scholars Foundation, are appreciated. 630-323-0275 or www.sullivanfunerahomehinsdale.com Register Book can be signed Electronically Here