Karen (Dobson) Baxter, 73, of Wolcott, formerly of Remington, passed away January 1, 2017 at St. Elizabeth East of Lafayette. She was born January 31, 1943 in Danville, IL to the late George A. and Irene B. (Wall) Dobson. She was a 1961 graduate of Fowler High School. Karen also graduated from Indiana Central College.

Her Marriage was to David D. Baxter on August 22, 1963 at the Fowler United Methodist Church. He preceded her in death on December 27, 2011 after 47 years of marriage.

Karen was a member of the Remington United Methodist Church and Tri Kappa Sorority. She worked from 1982-2012 as a bank teller in Remington. Karen enjoyed gardening, flowers, reading, spending time in Ludington, MI, and most of all spending time with her loving family.

Karen is survived by her children, Michele (Shannon) Bullington of Wolcott, Katherine Baxter, Laura (Chris) Rodehan, and Denise Powell, all of Remington; brother, Philip (Dianna) Dobson of Corpus Christi, TX. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Justin, Madison, Drew, Morgan, Grace, and Aaron; great-grandchildren, Emilie, Mitch, and Clark.

Preceding her in death along with her parents and husband are two grandsons, Zachary Rodehan and Seth Bullington.

Friends may call from 4-8 PM (EST) Wednesday, January 4, 2017 at Remington United Methodist Church. Funeral Service at 11 AM (EST), Thursday January 5, 2017 also at Remington United Methodist Church. Pastor Jeff Smith to officiate. Interment to follow in Remington Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made in Karen’s name to the Remington United Methodist Church or the Remington Library.

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