Vickie Ann (Baumgartner) Baxter

Vickie Ann (Baumgartner) Baxter, aged 66, of Arapaho, Oklahoma, peacefully passed away on July 21, 2025, at Integris Baptist Hospital in Oklahoma City.

Visitation will be held at Kiesau-Lee Funeral Home, located at 2500 W. Modelle Ave., Clinton, OK 73601, on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and on Friday, July 25, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

A celebration of Vickie's life will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church, 900 Frisco Ave., Clinton, OK, with Pastor Kent Jaggers officiating. Burial will take place afterward at the Arapaho Cemetery.

Born on February 24, 1959, in Clinton, OK, to Edward and Helen (Fawver) Baumgartner, Vickie’s life was a tapestry of dedication, love, and commitment to family. After graduating from Southwestern Oklahoma State University in 1980, she married her beloved husband Dennis Baxter on December 20, 1980, in Arapaho, OK. Vickie's academic journey saw her earn two master's degrees in education and science, showcasing her passion for learning and teaching.

With an impressive teaching career spanning 33 years, Vickie dedicated herself to teaching at Gracemont, Anadarko, Butler, Arapaho and then Arapaho-Butler Public Schools, leaving a lasting impact on countless students. Her heart overflowed with love for her grandchildren and family, and she embraced every moment spent with them. Vickie dearly loved her grandchildren and attended every sporting event she was able, including basketball, baseball, track, cross country, and wrestling events. The companionship of her beloved Shih Tzu, Sasha was cherished. She loved nature, flowers, and travel, and was an active member of the Western Okie Ramblers, exploring the beauty of Oklahoma and Texas. Her faith was paramount; she actively participated in church activities, including the women’s group, Vacation Bible School, and the Backpack program. Vickie also had a fond affection for group excursions, including memorable bus trips to Branson, Missouri, and other senior citizens and

teacher tours. Among her treasured places was Fun Valley, CO, where she vacationed with the entire Baxter family over two decades.

Vickie leaves behind her devoted husband, Dennis; beloved daughters Lacee Martin and her husband, Scott, of Clinton, and Ashley Arres and her husband, Aaron, of Oklahoma City. She is also survived by her sister, Cathy Harrelson and her husband, Brian, of El Reno; her cherished grandchildren, Acelyn and Aden Arres; her adored Shih Tzu, Sasha; and her honorary daughter, Jeri (Kirk) Gray.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Edward and Helen Baumgartner, and in laws, Howard and Ruby Baxter.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Vickie's name to the Arapaho Public Schools, Special Education Program, PO Box 160, Arapaho, OK 73620.

Vickie's legacy will live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her. She leaves behind a treasure trove of memories filled with laughter, love, and compassion.