Deena Leeanne Baxter, 69, of Port Royal, died July 29, 2026, in her residence.

She was born May 15, 1957, in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Mahlon and Patricia (Freed) Garland. She resided in Juniata most of her life, graduating from Juniata High School in 1975 and continuing her education at the Mifflin-Juniata Career & Technology Center, Lewistown, in 1977-1978 graduating as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She worked through the years in nursing at several nursing homes and also did some agency employment. Most recently, she was a clerk at the Dollar General in Port Royal.

Deena enjoyed crocheting, playing various games, and spending time with her family and her friends at her apartment complex. She was very fond of her beloved dog, Spunky.

Surviving are 2 daughters, Sabrina Kepner (Danny), Mifflintown, and Ava Van Boargan (Josh) in California, 3 grandchildren, Devin (Haley), Darian (Aaron) and Braden (Lexie) and 3 great grandchildren, Piper, Emerilee and Laykin. Also surviving are 2 sisters, Tracy Howell (Guy), Mifflintown and Darla Supplee (Glenn), Thompsontown and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be at a later date. www.agettlakjer.com