Merritt Baxter

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 OBryan 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..