Joseph Paul Baxter

Joseph Paul Baxter was born in New Orleans, LA on July 2,1949 and passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021 due to complications from emergency surgery at the age of 72. Paul was preceded in death by his parents Robert J. Baxter and Anita Baxter, and his brother Dr. Robert S. Baxter.  He leaves behind a large and loving family -- his beloved wife, Dr. Dorothy K. Anderson, his sons Paul Baxter (Brittany) and Jacob Baxter, his daughter Elizabeth Baxter Harp (Christopher), his grandchildren Emmett, Charlotte and Ian Harp and step children Deborah Anderson Berger (Kevin) and Daniel S. Anderson (Jan) and his step grandchildren DJ, Courtney, Ashton and Zachary. Paul graduated from Tulane University in 1980 and practiced as a CPA in the New Orleans area for many years. Paul was extremely proud of his three West Point graduates, loved spending time with his grandchildren, and traveling the world with his soulmate, Dorothy. Together they traveled to many places including Australia, Fiji, Italy, Croatia and Germany. Those who knew Paul will remember him for his roles as baseball Coach, softball scorekeeper, Scout Master, Lacrosse Community President and Treasurer, and volunteer for many organizations including Holy Name of Jesus School and Carrollton Boosters. His family will never forget Paul’s fantastic pancake mix, famous hamburgers, and his grand holiday turkey presentations. In addition to his culinary prowess, Paul will also be remembered for his subtle charm, sense of humor, and his knack for eloquent extemporaneous speaking at his family gatherings and life events. His children and wife are forever grateful for his love and selflessness and will miss him deeply.

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If you would like to make a small donation on Paul’s behalf to Troop 55, an organization he spent many years helping lead as a Scout Leader, volunteer Accountant, and mentor to multiple Eagle Scouts, we are putting together a collective contribution here: https://gofund.me/abd9c990.