George Fretwell Baxter Obituary
We are sad to announce that on April 27, 2026, at the age of 96, George Fretwell Baxter (Sault Sainte Marie, Ontario) passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of George Fretwell Baxter to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his wife Joan Baxter; his parents, Robert Baxter and Sarah Baxter; his siblings, Lois Bonesteel (late Vern), Jack Baxter (Norma) and Billy; his father-in-law Stanley; and his siblings-in-law, Irene Seguin (late Raymond), Herbert (late Amber), John C. and Clifford Eggleton (late Barbara).
He is survived by: his children, Gail, Amber Claus (Jon), David (Monika) and Stephen (Ramona); his grandchildren, Melissa Lucknow (Patrick), Adam Claus (Nicole), Alicia Radsma (Bret), Ryan Baxter, Aaron Baxter (Bri), Paul Baxter (Jewel) and Courtney Baxter; and his parent-in-law Perle Eggleton.
Visitation was held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 from 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM at the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St E, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 2L9). A funeral service was held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at 1:30 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions (payable by cheque or online) to Sault Area Hospital Foundation or ARCH would be appreciated by the family. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be offered at http://www.arthurfuneralhome.com.
