Heidi L. (Baxter) Roberts
WEST PARIS – Heidi L. (Baxter) Roberts, 55, passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday April 15, 2026, with her loving family by her side. She was born on Aug. 20, 1970, in Bridgton, a daughter of the late Rossie Merrill.
After graduating from Lakes Region High School, she went on to become a Certified Nursing Assistant, working for the local nursing homes, a job she loved to do.
She enjoyed crocheting, going fishing and gardening but most of all she loved to spend time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her mother, Rossie Baxter; her brother, Randy Baxter; and Harold Johnson, the man she thought of as her father.
She is survived by her loving children, Anthony Gary and his wife Heather, Thomas Gary and Cheyenne Roberts; her loving grandchildren Tobias and Emma Gary and Noah Damon; her sisters Sandy Nielson and her husband Joseph, Sally Baxter-French and her husband Timothy, her brother, Rodney Baxter; along with her best friend and ex-husband, Bernard Roberts.
In keeping with Heidi’s wishes, all services are at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under the care of Chandler Funeral Home and Cremation Services 45 Main St., South Paris. To make an online condolence please visit http://www.chandlerfunerals.com
In lieu of flowers those wishing may make a donation in Heidi’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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