Stephan J. Baxter

Stephan J. Baxter, age 59, of Alta, Iowa died Tuesday, August 20, 2024 in a car accident outside of Alta. Funeral services will take place Monday, August 26, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in Hanover, Iowa. Burial will be in the St. John Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held Sunday, August 25, 2024 from 5-7:00 p.m. at the Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in STORM LAKE. The Fratzke & Jensen Funeral Home in Storm Lake is in charge of the arrangements. Stephan John Baxter was born October 23, 1964 to Jim and Joan (Warnock) Baxter in Honolulu, Hawaii. He was baptized as an infant in Hawaii. In 1979, Stephen confirmed his faith at St. John Lutheran Church in Alta, Iowa. He attended school at Alta Community School, graduating in 1983. Stephan served in the Army National Guard from July 28, 1986 until July 27, 2001. On August 22, 1987, Stephan was united in marriage to Donna Specketer at St. John Lutheran Church in Hanover, Iowa. They were blessed with four children: Jahred, Sarah, Jacob, Joshua. Stephan was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Hanover, Iowa where he served as usher. In his free time, Stephan enjoyed drawing, painting, carving, smithing, and reading. He loved card games and working around the home. You could find Stephan building things, fishing, hunting, target shooting, and going to gun shows. He also enjoyed scuba diving and golfing. More than anything, Stephen treasured time with his children and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Stephan is survived by his wife, Donna Baxter of Alta, Iowa; children: Jahred Baxter of Humboldt, Iowa; Sarah Baxter of Omaha, Nebraska; Jacob Baxter of Storm Lake, Iowa; Joshua Baxter of Ames, Iowa; mother, Joan Warnock of Sallisaw, Oklahoma; brother: David Baxter of Phoenix, Arizona; sisters: Stephanie Nelson (Rusty Lacey) of Sallisaw, Oklahoma; Kym Baxter of British, Columbia; Shannon Baxter (Maurico Pearla) of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; half brother, Jimmie Baxter of Arizona; many beloved nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father: Jim Baxter; parents-in-law: Dwaine and Chloe Specketer; and nephew: Darey Baxter.

Stephan J. Baxter

October 23, 1964 - August 20, 2024