Scott Lee Baxter, age 75, of Demorest (formerly of Escondido, CA), passed away on October 11, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born in San Diego, California, on March 10, 1948, Mr. Baxter was the son of the late Harry and Dorothy Dutcher Baxter. In addition to his parents, Mr. Baxter is preceded in death by sister Susan Wentz and brother-in-law Leroy Wentz, father and mother-in-law Joe and Alexandria Nix, sister-in-law Bernice Nix Ayers, and special nephew Ethan Scott Nix.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Cheryl Nix Baxter of Demorest, nephew Richard Wentz (Linda), nieces Karen Jacobsen (Tony), Kristen Petite, Robin Butts (Tom) and Sandy McElhenney (Rich), brothers-in-law Joe Nix (Victoria), Ray Nix (Teresa), and Alcide “Scooter” Nix (Carrie), his nieces and nephews by marriage, as well as numerous great nieces, great nephews and extended family members.
Mr. Baxter was a retired civil engineer with the City of Escondido, California. He was a lifetime bowler with many perfect games and championships. He enjoyed traveling, photography, and cycling. He loved all types of music and enjoyed performing Karaoke. His dry and quirky sense of humor kept everyone laughing.
The family would also like to express their gratitude to caregivers Tonya Oglesby, brother-in-law Scooter Nix, and niece Alexandria “Lexi” Nix Erwin. Many thanks and appreciation to both Northeast Georgia Hospice and Amedisys Hospice for the love and compassion shown to them during this time.
No public services will be held at this time.
An online guest book is available at www.hillsidememorialchapel.com.
