Sergeant John C. Baxter, Jr., Florida Highway Patrol, Florida

Sergeant John C. Baxter, Jr.

Florida Highway Patrol, Florida

End of Watch Wednesday, October 2, 1985

John C. Baxter, Jr.

Sergeant Baxter was killed in an airplane crash while assisting the search for four armed robbery suspects in Manatee County.

Sergeant Baxter had served with the Florida Highway Patrol for 25 years.

Bio

Age 57
Tour 25 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

Cause Aircraft accident

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To fully appreciate the heroes of the present, we must recognize our heroes of the past. Your heroism and service is honored today, the 28th anniversary year of your death. I am priviliged to leave a tribute to you. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer who was murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Time never diminishes respect. Your memory will always be honored and revered. Rest In Peace.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen Pittsburg (CA) officer Larry Lasater

April 27, 2013