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CLARENCE BAXTER Obituary
He was born on Sept. 16, 1931, in Loveland, Ohio, a son of the late Chester and Estella (Books) Baxter. He was the husband of 57 years of Elizabeth "Betty" (Cole) Baxter.
Clarence was a Korean War veteran serving with the United States Navy. He was a member of the Wellsboro Moose Lodge and the American Legion. Mr. Baxter owned Baxter's Bakery, Wellsboro and was formerly employed by Mansfield University.
Clarence is survived by his wife, Betty; son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Carolyn Baxter of Wellsboro; two daughters and sons-in-law, Darla and Allen Smith of Galeton, Della and Terry House of Morris; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Josh, Brendon and Austin Davis, Wayne Jr., Laura and Edward Baxter, Shelly, Hillaree and Hannah Casher, Leslie Baxter, Carolyn, Debbie and Liz Keister. He was predeceased by a grandson, Tylor Davis; great-grandson, Jason Keister, Jr.; one sister and three brothers.
Funeral services will be private. Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., Wellsboro. www.carletonfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for CLARENCE BAXTER
Koleen Hamblin short
June 21, 2013
Some of my girls worked there. We were friends with their son and his wife and spent many hours sitting & visiting and, of course, trying out all their goodies! Clarence and Betty were always good to us. RIP Clarence.
Brian Nestor
June 21, 2013
Sad. I will remember him kindly. I remember going to the Ames Plaza as a kid.. He always was very people oriented! God is enjoying some great donuts and confection's as we speak.... ;)
Margaret Hastings
June 21, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Della Baxter house
June 21, 2013
The best bakery Wellsboro ever had! The sweetest father. A great man. You will be so very missed. I love you so much dad, not a day goes by that I don't think of you, don't worry, I'll take good care of mom,
Judith Tayton
June 21, 2013
So sorry.. Baxter Bakery the best !!!!
Jane Fish kerr
June 21, 2013
With Sympathy..I remember Clarence & Betty..
Melissa Davis
June 20, 2013
Sorry for your loss.
Rhonda Hart benson
June 20, 2013
Sorry to hear about Clarence, he was a good guy, my thoughts and prayers to the family.
Sharon lee Delong miller
June 20, 2013
Prayers and thoughts to his family and I remember Clarence; his bakery and his wife Betty; also used to see them at the Moose Lodge many years ago..
Marcia Petusky breech
June 20, 2013
So sorry to hear about your dad. I will be thinking of you. I also grew up on Nichols st. And went to school with darla
Joanne Smith laylon
June 20, 2013
Hi Della, I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I remember a lot of happy days spent at your home when I was a kid. Yours was the 'cool house' to hang out at ?? I remember his wonderful baked goods, his white bakery out fit and his smile...the smile always made me think he knew exactly what we kids might be up to lol. Take care and my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Connie Boyce
June 20, 2013
Heartfelt condolences to the Baxter family. May you be comforted with everlasting loving memories of what a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather he was.
Kori Warriner
June 17, 2013
I had such a positive experience working with Clarence at the bakery during high school. Please accept my condolences and virtual hugs!
Mary
June 14, 2013
Clarence will be greatly missed by those whose hearts he touched, tummy's too, the best frosted sugar cookies came from Baxter's Bakery !!! Please know that I was honored to be at Betty's and the family's side for strength, and support during the time that Clarence passed. My heart and prayers go out to you all !!!
Mary & Hal Johnson
June 14, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Dianne Smith-Nelson
June 13, 2013
To the Baxter Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of growing up just 2 houses down from yours. My first real job was working at the bakery. Clarence and Betty were fun to work for. He will be missed.
Ernie Spencer
June 13, 2013
So sorry Betty. The time we worked together was very special to me. Wish I still had that recipe book.
Della House
June 12, 2013
Christine Janeski
June 12, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. He will be missed. I always enjoyed going into the bakery. I remember when he worked at Mansfield University, I was over there for a while.
Dawn Pletcher
June 12, 2013
Deepest sympathy to all your family and prayers that Clarence is resting in peace with the Good Lord's loving arms wrapped around him and all of you ...
Dawn Bell
June 11, 2013
Clarence was the only one who could make Elephant Ears. He will be missed by many. Prayers to all of his family.
Gary Baxter
June 11, 2013
I can't remember a time with Uncle Clarence that i didn't smile with him. The kindness he showed was only surpassed by the love in his heart.
Thomas Stager
June 11, 2013
Betty: 57 is a lot of years. Tom
candie baxter
June 11, 2013
sending love and prayers for you all. clarence was such a kind, loving person to everyone and we were blessed to have him in our lives.
Karen Bryan-Dennis
June 11, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Clarence's passing. I have the fondest memories of his bakery back in the 60s in Wellsboro. My grandfather, Milton Brion married Clarence's mother Estella, and I have the best memories of Milt & Estella. My father was John Bryan, Milt's son. Estella could bake too! We would come from Williamsport in June to see the Laurel Festival activities, and on Saturday morning visit the bakery - oh, the wonderful smell. This is where my love for coconut cream pie began. RIP Clarence. Heaven certainly received an angel.
Barbara Montanez
June 11, 2013
Rest in peace Clarence.
Kelly Smith
June 10, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Clarence will be sadly missed. I am thankful for being part of their family.
June 10, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Clarence will be sadly missed. I am so honored to be a part of your family.
Kelly Smiith-Wellsboro, pa
Misti Warriner-Bentley
June 10, 2013
Clarence was my first boss at Baxter's Bakery when I was 15 years old. My love and sympathy goes out to the whole Baxter Family, who became a huge part of my own family through the years. I love you all!
RITA & EARL DAVIS-DAVIES
June 10, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Martha, Ted, Kyle Rusk
June 10, 2013
Heartfelt sympathy to the Baxter Family,
Clarence was "top notch", whether he be at the bakery or bowling on Wednesday mornings...always kind. Our hearts are heavy here on Earth...but, Heaven gained a "special angel" that will watch over all of us. The memories that Clarence has created for you..keep them alive! God give this family strength, to cope with their loss...
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