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Annie Louise Baxter

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Annie "Louise" Baxter of Benton, Ark., formerly of Eudora, Ark., peacefully passed away on September 3, 2020 at the age of 92. Louise was born to the late Benjamin Franklin Allen, Sr. and Lula Mary Holt Allen. Louise married the love of her life, the late Dudley Ray Baxter on August 5, 1948, and they lived happily until his death on February 11, 2011. In addition to her husband and parents, Louise was preceded in death by a son, Paul Dudley Baxter and eight of her nine siblings. Louise is survived by her two sons, Ray Baxter of Benton, Ark., and Kenneth Baxter and wife, Joanie, of Eureka, Illinois. Louise is also survived by six grandchildren, Claire Brown of Little Rock, Andrew Baxter (Kendra) of Benton, James J.R. Baxter (Allie) of Hot Springs, Blake Baxter, Brenna Stork (Dylan) and Baylee Baxter, all of Eureka, Illinois; two great-grandchildren, Katherine Brown and Henry Brown of Little Rock; sister, Judy Fray of Longview, Texas; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and lots of friends, who all treasure the memories of their relationships with either "Aunt Lou" or "Mrs. Louise". Throughout her life, Louise was an involved member of her church. She served in many capacities, from director of the Girls Auxiliary to Director of the Women's Missionary Union, and she taught countless Sunday school classes. She was also the supportive wife of her husband, who pastored three different churches and served as Interim-Pastor for others following his retirement. At the time of her passing, she was a member of Holland Chapel Baptist Church in Benton, Arkansas. Louise was an amazing cook and genealogist. She authored both a cookbook and in-depth genealogical history of her family. Her "Maw Maw" rolls and numerous other dishes were always the staple of family gatherings and holidays. Louise was a loving and caring mother and "Maw Maw". Graveside services by Ashby Funeral Home will be 1 p.m. on Monday, September 7, 2020, at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Eudora, Ark., with Bro. Roger Taylor officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association (alz.org). Online guestbook at www.ashbyfuneralhome.com

Published September 4, 2020

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