(08/20/10) William A. Baxter, Sr., 66, of John Franklin Rd., and formerly of Exeter, passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at home. Born in Warwick, RI, he was the husband of Elsie (Sweet) Baxter. They were married for 42 years. He was the son of Norman and Myrtie (Salls) Baxter. William was a finish and trim worker for Stanley Bostitch in East Greenwich for thirteen years. Prior to that he was an attendant at the Ladd School in Exeter for five years. He is survived by a son; William A. Baxter, Jr., two daughters; Stacie A. Baxter and Amy E. Causey, five brothers; Elwin Sr., Clarence, David, Robert and Raymond Baxter, six grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and his loving dog Thumper. His funeral service will be held on Monday, August 23, 2010 at 10:00 am in the Gorton-Menard Funeral Home, 721 Washington Street, Coventry. Calling hours are on Sunday, August 22, from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Burial will be in the Greenwood Burial Grounds, Coventry. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Cross Roads of RI, 160 Broad St., Providence, RI 02903 and would be appreciated.
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