William John Baxter III, 62, of Columbus, passed from this life on May 23, 2005; He was born in Brooklyn New York on January 7, 1943. He was preceded in death by his parents William J. Jr. and Ellen P. (Coleman) Baxter. He is survived by his brother Michael (Judy) Baxter of Pataskala and sister Mary (David) Munroe of Reynoldsburg; also survived by nieces Michelle (Jody) Capuano, Trisha (Andy) Click and Adena Baxter and nephew David Munroe. There are three great nieces and two great nephews. There will be a separate Memorial Service held at Brookside Baptist Church, 590 Lancaster Ave Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068 at 1:00 P.M. Saturday May 28, 2005. Pastor David Hunt officiating. Bill was a free spirit who had a deep affection for his family and will be greatly missed by all. Arrangements handled by Newcomer Funeral Home 3047 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. Columbus 43231. Messages of condolence may be left at www.newcomerfamily.com