James M. "Jim" Baxter

James “Jim” Baxter, 100, of Independence, MO passed away Sunday, June 2, 2019 at Wilshire at Lakewood, Lee’s Summit, MO. A visitation will be held from 9:30-10:30 a.m. followed by a 10:30 a.m. Rosary and an 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Independence, MO, on Friday, June 14, 2019. Burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Ascend Hospice or St. Ann’s Catholic Church. Jim was born May 19, 1919 in Kansas City, MO and graduated from William Chrisman High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in WWII. He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Earleen Baxter. Jim is survived by his children, Jerry Baxter (Susan), John Baxter, Cheryl Heflin (Jimmy), Mary Tebbs (David), Jim Baxter (Pat); four grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Carson-Speaks Chapel 816-252-7900)