David D. Baxter, 74, of Remington, died Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at St. Elizabeth Central in Lafayette. He was born August 20, 1937 in Fowler to the late Eugene and Pearl (Durflinger) Baxter. He graduated from Fowler High School in 1950 and Ball State University in 1960. He also received additional graduate school coursework at Ball State, Purdue University and Indiana State University. His marriage was to Karen Dobson on August 22, 1963 at Fowler United Methodist Church. She survives. David worked as a Junior & Senior High School teacher at Earl Park and Fowler schools from 1960-1967, teaching Social Studies, P.E. and Health. From 1967-1987, he farmed, during that time from 1983-1985, he was the Watland Farms Farm Manager, and from 1985 until his retirement he worked as the Farm Manager at RHS Co. After retirement, he enjoyed working at the Remington IGA. He was an avid I.U. and Bob Knight fan, and David also enjoyed watching Ball State Basketball, refinishing furniture, reading and vacationing in Ludington, Michigan. Surviving with his wife are four daughters, Michele Bullington (husband: Shannon) of Wolcott, Katherine Baxter, Laura Rodehan (husband: Chris) and Denise Powell (husband: Pat) all of Remington. Also surviving is his beloved black lab, Miss Ellie, his grandchildren, Justin, Madison, Drew, Morgan, Grace and Aaron, and his great-granddaughter, Emilie. He was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Zachary Rodehan and Seth Bullington. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. (EST) Thursday, December 29, 2011 at Remington United Methodist Church. His Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. (EST) Friday, December 30, 2011 also at Remington United Methodist Church with Rev. Mary van Wijk officiating. Interment to follow at Remington Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in his name to Remington United Methodist Church or the Remington Library.