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In Loving Memory
Merritt Baxter
12/11/1927 -
2/23/2010
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Merritt “Bud” Baxter 82 of Rockford passed away at 11:55pm on Tuesday February 23, 2010 in his home surrounded by his family. Bud was born December 11, 1927 in Rockford. The son of Merritt Sr. and Edna Baxter. He married Geraldine O’Bryan in Rockford on July 15, 1953. He worked for H and W Motor Express for 35 years. Served in the Army. He was part of the occupational forces in Germany after WWII. He was a member of Silver Hill Pentecostal Church and served as Head usher for many years. He was a proud member of the Teamsters, local 325.
Survivors include his wife Geraldine, Four Children; Janet (Dennis) Grottke, Terry (Juanita), Steve (Tamie) and Diann (Mark). Grandchildren; Denise, Jennifer, Billy, Nathan, Connie, Erin, Rachel, Steve, Sheldon and Brittney. Ten Great grandchildren. Two Brothers; James (Maggie) Baxter of FL, George (Doris) Baxter of IN. Sisters; June McCall of IL and Helen (Rodger) Porter of FL. Son-in-law Robert Hawks, Daughter-in-law Patricia Baxter and many special relatives. Predeceased by his parents, Children; Barbara in 1990 and Kirk in 1966. Two sisters; Florence and Elsie. Brother; Bill.
Services at 10am Saturday February 27, 2010 in Silver Hill Pentecostal Church 4401 20th Street , Rockford with Pastor Robert Bailey officiating. Burial in Willwood Burial Park. Visitation on Friday February 26, 2010 from 5pm until 8pm in Silver Hill Pentecostal Church and from 9am until 9:45 on Saturday in the church. Arrangements completed by Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory 1860 S. Mulford Rd.. Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfuneralhome.com
THE VISITATION TONIGHT IS AT SILVER HILL PENTECOSTAL CHURCH
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Condolences
From:
Tim & Debbie Kas
Rockford
Relationship:
Family Friend
Our hearts are so saddened by the passing of our dear friend. We feel as if a member of our own family is gone. We're praying you'll feel God's comfort at this time of sorrow surrounding your family.
Sent:
2/26/2010
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From:
buddy gutierrez
rockford
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friend
to geraldine and all the baxter family.it so sadden me to hear that my good friend bud had passed away.i will always remember him,from the very 1st time i met him over 40 years ago.i too remember his nothing song.may the good lord lay his hand on all of you and give you comfort.BUD......REST IN PEACE!!
Sent:
2/26/2010
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From:
Nina (Hawks)Michi
Sevierville
Relationship:
friend
To the entire Baxter family. My heart felt condolences are sent your way from us to you. I have so many fond memories of Bro. Bud at Silverhill years back. May God comfort you in this time.
Sent:
3/19/2010
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From:
Dan & Nilah Batchelor
Dupo (Metro-St. Louis)
Relationship:
Friend
Dear Sister Baxter and Family: Nilah and I send you our love and prayers for comfort. When loved ones go before us, it gives us greater appreciation for that "Blessed hope and appearing of the Lord Jesus!" While we know you need time to grieve and be comforted, yet we sorrow not as others sorrow, because we have a heavenly citizenship and a grand reunion day is forthcoming. Heaven's sounding sweeter all the time!
Sent:
5/12/2010
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