Obituary of Gerald "Jerry" Lee Baxter

Gerald “Jerry” Lee Baxter, 88, passed away in peace on November 30, 2023.  He was born and raised in Galva, IA and married 62 years to his loving wife Carol “Lynn”.  

Jerry was educated in electrical engineering at Iowa State University and earned a masters degree in business administration from the University of Minnesota.  He had a long and successful career in computer technology starting with Univac and then moving to Control Data Corporation in its infancy and retiring after 35 years. 

Jerry enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, downhill skiing, collecting antiques, refurbishing furniture, traveling, reading, and volunteering.  Both Jerry and Lynn were active members at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church since 1964 and volunteered to assist others through Meals on Wheels.

Jerry is survived by his wife Lynn, their sons:  Dan (Sarah) Baxter, David (Kendra) Baxter, Greg (Jennie) Baxter, nine grandchildren:  Adam (Jill) Baxter, Claire (Micah) Brady, Sadie Baxter, Henry Baxter, Anders Baxter, Matthew Baxter, Megan Baxter, Anna Baxter, Elise Baxter, and sisters:  Sandra (Michael) Johnston, Darlene (Gene) McCarthy.  He was preceded in death by his parents Everett Lee Baxter and Lily Alvera Baxter. 

Services will be held Saturday, December 16th at St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church, 2300 Hamline Avenue N., Roseville, MN  55113. with visitation at 10:00AM, church services at 11:00AM, and a lunch to follow.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church.  https://www.stchristophers-mn.org

Rest in peace Jerry – you are loved and dearly missed.