David M. Baxter

david  baxter

October 26, 1951 ~ June 16, 2025

Born in: Pittsburg, Texas
Resided in: Ore City, Texas

A Celebration of Life for David Baxter, age 73, of Ore City, Texas, will take place at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, June 21, 2025, in the chapel of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Ore City. Graveside services will be at a later date at Ore City Cemetery, under the direction of Reeder-Davis Funeral Home in Ore City.

Mr. Baxter passed away on June 16, 2025, at a hospital in Longview, Texas. He was born on October 26, 1951, in Pittsburg, Texas, to the late C.M. and Bernice Baxter.

David proudly served his country as a Navy veteran. A man of many passions, he found joy in the outdoors as an avid fisherman and golfer. He also had a deep love for animals, always showing kindness and care to his beloved companions.

He is survived by his children: Jeff Baxter and Carrie Clark, Tim Baxter and wife Tori, and daughter April Soloman. David was a proud grandfather to six grandchildren: Destini Carpenter and husband Bobby, Zach Thomlinson, Sierra Soloman, Callie Baxter, Tanner Baxter, and Journey Baxter. He is also survived by his brothers Charlie Baxter, Mark Baxter, and Chris Baxter, his brother-in-law Tommy and wife Judith Homer, along with numerous other relatives and cherished friends.

David was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sharon Baxter; his grandson, Austin Thomlinson; and his parents, C.M. and Bernice Baxter.

David Baxter will be remembered for his generous heart, his service to his country, and the love he shared with his family and friends. He will be deeply missed.

 

Services

Celebration of Life: June 21, 2025 5:00 pm

Reeder-Davis Funeral Home - Ore City
109 Highway 259
Ore City, Texas 75683


Interment:

Ore City Cemetery
210 Wisteria Road
Ore City, Texas 75683


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  1. Candle 2This man taught me how to be a man back in the old lone star steel days. He was rough on me working with him back in my younger years. Always thought very highly of him and his family.
    Praying for the family.
    April, Tim, Jeff so sorry for yalls loss.

  2. Always remember growing up around Mr. David. Praying for the family Tim , Jeff, and April. Love yall.

  3. Candle 2Please accept our sincerest condolences for your loss. I always enjoyed playing golf with your dad David.
    Sincerely,
    Randy Summers

  4. David Baxter, my daughter’s, Daddy’s best friend.. He was Quentin’s fishing buddy, friend, to all.. You were a kind soul, A character… But most of all, a great friend, to Quentin, myself and our daughter…. fly high with the angels!!! You’ll be dancing in the sky. RIP, my friend for 44 years. Fly high, with the angels. You’ll be Missed by many!!!!!


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