Leah “Cathy” Baxter, 82, of Des Arc, AR passed away on May 18, 2024, in Little Rock, AR after a recurring battle with cancer. Cathy was born in Des Arc, AR on April 15, 1942, to Lester and Josie (Ross) Childers.
She resided in Des Arc for the majority of her life, living close to her family. She was a member of First Assembly of God church in Des Arc. Cathy enjoyed any time spent with her family,
especially sharing stories of her past. She was also known for her love of dancing, The Price is Right, scratch tickets, and her pet cats.
Cathy is preceded in death by her parents, her brother Bubby Childers, and sister Martha Lock.
Surviving to mourn her loss are sons Larry Holloway and wife Jackie and Robert Trouten, all of Des Arc; grandchildren Marcus and Maverick Trouten, Lukas, Justus, Caden, and Skylar Holloway; sister Becky Branham of Maumelle, brothers Danny Childers and wife Larinda and Jeff Childers, all of Des Arc; special aunt Dixie Smith of Memphis; and life partner Thomas Barnes.
Visitation is at First Assembly of God in Des Arc on Friday, May 24 at 1pm, followed by funeral services at 2:00 pm. Pallbearers are Marcus Trouten, Lukas Holloway, Justus Holloway, Caden Holloway, Andy Childers, and Chris Branham.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas, 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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Cathy was a dear lady that I enjoyed working with for years at Hazen. Prayers for the family she left behind.
May God’s many blessings be poured upon her family. Let us celebrate Cathy’s heavenly homecoming. May we have a real sense of God’s hand upon our lives as we walk with Jesus Christ.
Miss Cathy was a dear sweet lady and special friend of our family. My Deepest condolences to the family.🙏🏾
She was a sweet soul
Prayers for Cathy’s family. She sure fought a hard, brave battle. I am sorry for your loss.
Sending our condolences, prayers, & love.
Becky, Danny, Larinda, Aunt Dixie and family,
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Keeping you all in my heart and prayers 🙏 Love you.
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