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Submitted: 8/3/15 • Approved: 8/7/24 • Last Updated: 8/10/24 • R773770-G773770-S3
Walter
Jan 25, 1920
Jul 26, 2014
Son of Ed & Ella (Lilly) Horak
Evelyn
Apr 12, 1921
Dec 31, 1995
Dau. of John & Maggie Trantham
WALTER T. HORAK, 94, of Columbia, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2014 at his home. Graveside services, conducted by Rev. Jim Ford will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at Howell Memorial Park Cemetery in Pomona, MO. Walter T. Horak was born January 25, 1920 in Willow Springs, MO, the son of Ed and Ella Lilly Horak. He married Evelyn Trahtham January 20, 1946 and she preceded him in death. Mr. Horak farmed cattle in Willow Springs for many years before retiring and moving to Columbia. He loved the Outdoors, gardening and growing roses. He also loved to travel. He was a graduate of Willow Springs High School and served his country in the U. S. Navy during WW ll. Survivors include one daughter: Billie Horak of Columbia. One sister: Jewell Chandler of Flint, Mich. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and one brother. Memorial contributions may be made to: Central Missouri Honor Flight, 1400 Forum Blvd, Ste. 1-c, Box 334, Columbia, MO. 65203 Online condolences may be left for the family at: nilsonfuneralhome.com.
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