BAXTER, Donna Louise

Age 74, my wife, lover and friend passed away peacefully in Tideview Terrace in Digby, on October 21, 2021. Donna was born in South Range to the late Forest and Gertrude (Sabean) Hill. She graduated from the Victoria General School of Nursing in 1968, keeping in touch with her classmates ever since. She worked as a registered nurse at hospitals in New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, culminating in 24 years at the IWK Children's Hospital while also earning her BSC in nursing from St. Francis Xavier University. Donna is survived by her husband, Michael Baxter; sons, Michael (Debbie) Leblanc, Chris Leblanc, David (Genevieve) Leblanc, Tim Baxter, Joey (Tammy) Baxter; sisters, Arlene Mackichan, Vi Parnell; sister-inlaw, Dayle Baxter-ashby; grandchildren, Arabella, Alessandra, Bryce, Hannah, Paige; and several nieces and nephews. Donna was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Janelle; first husband, Roger Leblanc; brother, Clarence (Verna) Hill; and sister, Maizie (Eldred) Marshall. Donna enjoyed the ocean, collecting beach glass, finding antiques and decorating the shanty. She volunteered for the IWK Telethon and other charities. Her kindness, compassion and generous spirit were an inspiration to so many, especially the children at the IWK. Her smile and laugh brought joy to us all and she will be dearly missed. The family wishes to thank Dr. Sameh Hassan of Mount Hope Hospital in Halifax, the VON and home-care nurses and the wonderful staff of Tideview Terrace in Digby. Donna's memorial service will be held in United Baptist Church of Digby, on Thursday, October 28th at 11 a.m. Provincial restrictions require all attendees to wear masks and show proof of full vaccination with a matching ID. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Parkinson Canada, IWK Health Centre, or the Canadian Cancer Society in her name. Please share a memory or leave a condolence at: www.jaynesfuneralhome.com