Baxter, Roy John – Obituary
Roy John Baxter, 89, formerly of Baker City, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2003. At his request, a private family graveside service was held at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park. Roy was born May 31, 1914, in Telocaset, the son of Susie (Briggs) and William Barnes Baxter. He attended High School in Union, and graduated in 1932. Roy joined the Oregon National Guard in 1938, 41st Infantry, Fort Lewis, Wash. He was called to active service Sept. 16,1940. Roy was wounded in August, 1944 in New Guinea and returned to the states on Dec. 8, 1944. He was a recipient … Read more