Southwest Portland in Multnomah County, Oregon — The American West (Northwest)
James Russel Baxter
Portland Branch 82 Vice President
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, June 25, 2026
1. James Russel Baxter Marker
Jim Baxter started his career with the Postal Service in 1981. He worked at University Station and retired in 2016 with 35 years of service. During his career and into retirement he wore many hats for the union as he served his fellow brothers and sisters as shop steward, trustee, executive board member, chief steward, Dispute Resolution Team member and most recently as Vice President of Branch 82, Portland, OR. for his last six years. Set to retire from his position at the end of year 2021. He remained a dedicated leader and mentor to so many, working all the way until his final day.
At home, Jim was a loyal, loving protector and husband to his sweetheart of 40 years, Renee. He was a father and provider to their two sons, a role model who led by example and often offered his voice of reason.
Locally, to this neighborhood he was a respected friendly face that always said hello while offering a handshake. Some of you may remember him bringing a smile into your business as your mailman.
Erected by Portland Branch 82, National Association of Letter Carriers.
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Location. 45° 31.369′ N, 122° 40.431′ W. Marker is in Portland, Oregon, in Multnomah County. It is in Southwest Portland. It is at the intersection of Southwest 4th Avenue and Southwest Ankeny Street, on the right when traveling north on Southwest 4th Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 68 SW 4th Ave, Portland OR 97209, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge and in the Willamette Valley. It is also on the American Pacific Coast, in the Pacific Northwest, and in the Lewis & Clark Corridor. Globally, it is in North America, on the Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Rim, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Louis Building (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); The First Telephone Exchange in Portland (about 700 feet away); The Salvation Army (about 700 feet away); Ankeny Arcade (about 700 feet away);
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, June 25, 2026
2. James Russel Baxter Mural
The text is part of a large mural dedicated to Jim Baxter.
Another marker is no longer nearby. New Market Theatre (was about 500 feet away but has been confirmed missing).
Also see . . . Portland Branch 82 Vice President Jim Baxter passes away (NALC, June 28, 2021).
James Jim Baxter started his career with the Postal Service in 1981. He worked at University station and retired in 2016 with 35 years of service. During his career, and into retirement, he wore many hats for the union as he served his fellow brothers and sisters as shop steward, trustee, executive board member, chief steward, Dispute Resolution Team member, and most recently as Vice President of Branch 82, Portland, OR, for the last six years. He was set to retire from his position at the end of the year.(Submitted on August 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York.)
Photographed by Ian Lefkowitz, June 25, 2026
3. James Russel Baxter Marker
The marker is located in the rear of Dante's, next to a large mural that reads "KEEP PORTLAND WEIRD."
Credits. This page was last revised on August 25, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 24, 2026, by Ian Lefkowitz of New York, New York. • James Hulse was the editor who published this page.
