Departures - 2026
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Col.
Ronald R. Wall passed away on August 17, 2026, in Raleigh, North Carolina. Born on March 10, 1947, in El Paso, Texas, Ron was a long-time resident of Rolesville.
He was a graduate of the Virginia Military Institute, Class of 1969. Ron began his career in the United States Air Force in 1969, serving until his retirement in 1994.
He started as a pilot and later shifted to meteorology following an injury that prevented him from flying. He retired as a colonel after more than 24 years of service a
s an Air Force weather officer. His decorations included the Defense Superior Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal with five oak leaf clusters, and the Air Force
Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster. While serving as Commanding Officer of Detachment 14, 5th Weather Squadron, 5th Weather Wing, his detachment was evaluated as
the top weather station in the global command, noted for its forecasting accuracy and integration with Army aviation and armored field maneuvers. He concluded his Air F
orce career on the International Military Staff at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. One of his greatest joys while serving was meeting and being stationed with
fellow meteorologist Charlie and Sharon Russell. They have maintained a lifelong friendship since 1971. Following his military service, he worked as a manager at Lowe’s
Hardware and as a meteorologist with the North Carolina Department of Emergency Management. Ron’s interests included woodworking, baseball (particularly the New York Yankees),
military history, gardening, and “helping” his wife Betsy cook. He remained devoted to all things VMI and enjoyed frequent trips with Betsy and their good friends and fellow
brother “rats,” Chuck and Beth Becker, and Dave and Susan Prugh. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, a loving father, and a man of quiet strength and integrity.
Those who knew him best will remember his remarkable intelligence, his unwavering honesty, and the deep kindness, compassion, and empathy he showed to others. He was a hero
to his son and a steadfast partner to his wife of more than 55 years, for whom he would do anything. His life was marked by devotion, decency, and a quiet wisdom that left a
lasting impression on all who were fortunate enough to know him. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, William (Billy) Wall and Alice Wall. He is survived by his wife,
Betsy Wall; his son, Robin R. Wall; his granddaughter, Cameron Wall; his daughter-in-law, Lisa Wall; his brothers, Tony Wall and Tommy Wall; and many beloved cousins, nieces,
and nephews. A memorial service will be held at Bright Funeral Home on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EST, with visitation to follow. Interment will be at Arlington
National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memory of Ronald R. Wall. Please visit
www.brightfunerals.com to share words of comfort with the family.
Colonel
Leroy Paul Brunner (USAF ret.) has passed away. He was 99 years young. Roy was funny, charming, strong, vulnerable, kind,
brilliant and curious about everything. He loved life and all it had to offer. He was born at home near the Colorado River in La Grange, Texas to Molly and Paul Brunner.
His first language was Czech. When he was six years old, his family moved to Weimar, Texas where he attended St. Michael’s Catholic School. Roy married the love of his
life, Betty Holzmann, and they lived a life of adventure. They would have celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary in December. Roy and Betty had four children-Michele
(Mimi), Paul, Mariana (Mari) and Bettina whom he often enjoyed tormenting by telling stories we thought were true. For example, we eventually figured out that our mother
was actually not The Yellow Rose of Texas and our next move was not to a town that had a swimming pool full of Coca-Cola and a comic book factory across the street from
our new house. “Mom, is that true?” was a frequent question around our home. Roy’s childhood was busy. He worked in his father’s general store, Brunner, Banse and Dippel
(BB&D), delivered newspapers, shined shoes and was a server at Mass, usually barefoot. He started an egg business and attempted a food delivery business to augment his
family’s income. He picked cotton on his grandparents' farm during his summer vacation. Cotton pickers spent the day bent over, dragging a 20-foot-long sack behind them.
They were paid a penny a pound. Sometimes he could make a dollar in one day. He was disappointed when his uncle weighed his pickings and deducted five cents for the five-pound
weight of the bag. That was the equivalent of a double dip ice cream cone. It was usually hot and humid, but most evenings the land breeze from the Gulf of Mexico would reach
the cotton fields with a cooling wind. One of his memories from that time was his aunt sweetly singing “Over the Rainbow,” a song from the Judy Garland film that had just
been released. His favorite job as a kid, though, was rewinding movie reels at the Palace Theater in Weimar. He didn’t get paid, but he got to see a lot of films for free.
He had a lifelong love of movies. During the war, Weimar established an observational command post on the second floor of city hall with a telephone that was monitored 24
hours a day. Volunteers were responsible for calling army headquarters if they saw any German or Japanese aircraft flying overhead. Roy always took his father’s shift.
Fortunately, he observed no South Texas invasion and was able to enjoy reading donated magazines and listening to the radio during his shifts. When Roy was ten years old,
he and his mother took the Katy Flyer up to the 1936 Texas Centennial celebration in Dallas. He was wide-eyed at all the attractions that he’d never imagined while growing
up in the small Texas town where he lived. So began his life of wanderlust. Roy joined the seminary at age 12. He later decided to serve his faith as a lay person and enlisted
in the Army Air Corp as a private. It was to be a two-year commitment so he could earn money to pay for college. The two-year commitment turned out to be a 31-year career as an
Air Force meteorologist and eventual commander of the Air Force Data Systems Design Center, the nascent Air Force computer headquarters. He began his service career with radar
school in Biloxi, Mississippi and weather forecasting school in Rantoul, Illinois. His first station was Nome, Alaska, which he quipped was a snow lover’s paradise. Roy spent
the Korean War as a weather forecaster on the Alaskan Aleutian Islands of Shemya and Amchitka, helping expedite the movement of American troops to Korea. He returned to Amchitka
Island in 1965 as the lead weather forecaster for Operation Longshot, an 80-kiloton underground nuclear test conducted by the Atomic Energy Commission. Project Longshot was an
exercise to determine whether an underground atomic blast could be detected around the world. The US had signed an atomic test treaty with the Russians and Congress wanted to
learn whether any violation of the treaty could be detected. Roy spent many hours poring over weather charts to find a a window of favorable weather for the detonation. Project
Longshot was a success. Roy attributed his involvement in the project to equal parts hard work and luck. Roy’s Air Force career took him and his family on many moves, including f
our years in England and a yearlong assignment for him in Saigon, Vietnam. From 1967-1968 he served as the commander of Southeast Asian Weather Central, providing vital support
for the war effort. When he returned from Vietnam, Roy was assigned command of the 24th Weather Squadron at Randolph AFB in San Antonio. He was later transferred to Offutt AFB in
Omaha, Nebraska as Third Weather Wing Commander. Upon retirement from the Air Force in 1977, he joined Collins Rockwell, where he retired as a systems analyst in 1994. Roy was a
perpetual student. He graduated from Florida State University with a BS in math, a BS in meteorology and an MS in math. In 1967 he graduated from the US Air Force War College prior
to being assigned to Vietnam. He later obtained an MS in management from the University of Nebraska and completed the University of Dallas four-year biblical studies program. He
was active in Toastmasters International, investment clubs and several Retired Officers organizations. Roy was a loving and involved grandfather to Wyatt, Mariana (Ana), Lilia
and Alexander (Jad). They too would eventually realize the “inaccuracy” of his stories. By the way, a good way to tell was that his eyes twinkled and his nostrils flared. A lifelong
Catholic, Roy volunteered a great deal of his time to his beloved church wherever we lived. He was a member of St. Joseph's Church for almost 50 years and was a lector at mass for
many of those years. He and Paul faithfully delivered Meals on Wheels together for years on their monthly route. When Roy was in his mid-90s, he knocked on the door of a client
who was much younger. The client looked at him and joked, “I should be delivering Meals on Wheels to YOU.” During his later years, Roy loved attending Judy’s chair exercise class
at Lifetime Fitness in Garland. The special people there always had a chair and equipment waiting for him. He and Paul enjoyed the many friends they met. Roy was preceded in death
by his parents, Molly Rainosek Brunner and Paul Brunner, his brother Monsignor James Brunner and his sister Elaine Brunner Drozd and brother-in-law Robert Drozd. He is survived by
his cherished wife, the former Betty Holzmann; daughter Mimi and husband Dick Worrel; son Paul Brunner; daughter Mariana and husband Armel; daughter Bettina Brunner and husband
Ahmed Loukili. His grandchildren are Wyatt and wife Monica, Ana, Lilia and Jad. Roy’s first great granddaughter will be born in February, 2027. He is also survived by beloved
nephews Jim and Gene Drozd and their families and his Holzmann family nieces and nephews. Wyatt and Monica gifted Roy a subscription to Storyworth a few years back. Once he started
writing stories from the weekly prompts, he took off. His book, A Collection of Life Stories, is an interesting reflection of life growing up in Texas during the Great Depression
and way beyond. We thank Paul for his selfless, loving, patient care of Roy over the past several years. We are also grateful to his friends and caregivers Josey Vineyard, Aida
Lenardduzzi, and Nietta Wooten and to visiting nurse Siavash (Stan) Rastaghi. They contributed greatly to his quality of life. They are family. The rosary for Roy will be at St.
Joseph Catholic Church, 600 S. Jupiter Rd, Richardson, Texas at 10 am Thursday, September 3rd, followed by a funeral Mass at 10:30 am. Burial will be Friday, September 4th at
11:15 am at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, 2000 Mountain Creek Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75211. Roy’s quick wit and caring, fun-loving personality will be sorely missed. He is
at peace, but it’s hard to imagine a world without him in it. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Camp Sweeney, the wonderful North Texas camp for children with Type
1 diabetes; the American Research Foundation for Nut Allergies, which works to fund medical research to cure nut allergies and eliminate cross-contamination risks; Saint Joseph’s
Catholic Church in Richardson, Texas or to a charity of your choice.
Martin V. Lucas III, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and honored veteran, passed away leaving behind a legacy of
dedicated service, unique humor, and deep love for his family. A proud retired Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force, Marty served his country with distinction
for 24 years, concluding his military career at Bergstrom Air Force Base in Austin, Texas. Following his military service, he worked at Texas Workers Compensation Commission.
Marty was the Manager of Safety Education and Training. Marty supervised ten training specialists who wrote and taught occupational health and safety courses to thousands of
Texas employers and employees. He was responsible for saving citizens from injuries and deaths in Texas! Marty’s warmth and loving devotion left a lasting impression on everyone
he met. Friends often reminisced about what a great guy he was, frequently recalling his humorous spirit during his days in the Lubbock High School Band. He graduated from Lubbock
High School and received a Bachelor of General Studies from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. As a neighbor, he was second to none. Marty had a rare gift for making a neighborhood
truly feel like a family, always there with a warm greeting or a thoughtful conversation. His door and his heart were always open, earning him the deep affection and gratitude of
everyone who lived alongside him. His devotion extended just as deeply to his church family. A faithful and active member of Unity Spiritual Center Pflugerville, Marty brought an
encouraging spirit and genuine joy to every service and gathering. His presence was a quiet comfort, and his steadfast kindness made him universally beloved by fellow parishioners.
And his coffee making skills were always deeply appreciated. To know Marty was to feel welcomed and valued. Whether hanging out in the front yard or with a cup of coffee on Sunday
morning, he brought light into every room he entered, and he will be deeply and dearly missed by all who were blessed to know him. Above all, Marty was defined by his devotion to
his family and the unique bonds he shared with each of his children. He helped shape Shawn into the musician he is today by sparking his passion for music. As a Boy Scout Scoutmaster,
he assisted not only Shawn, Brian, and Kevin, but also many young men in the troops he served. Through scouting, he instilled the desire to be of service to others. Brian continued
that role as a Fire Fighter with the Pflugerville Fire Department. Shawn serves as an operating room nurse. Marty started the Explorer Post with the Pflugerville Fire Department to
share those same feelings of service with Heather, who is a teacher, as well as passing on his deep love and knowledge of history. He is survived by his beloved wife, Teri Lucas; his
sons, Shawn Lucas, and Brian Lucas with his wife Linda; and his daughter, Heather Lucas. He was the proud grandfather to Quentin Lucas, Ziggy Lucas, Ava Lucas, Evynn Lucas, and Ian
Smith. Celebration of Life/Memorial Service Details - Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026, Time: 2:00 PM, Location: Cook-Walden Capital Parks Funeral Home & Cemetery, 14501 N Interstate
Hwy 35, Pflugerville, TX 78660. To honor his love of wild shirts- Hawaiian, Route 66, etc., please feel free to wear something happy, colorful, and cool! In lieu of flowers, please
consider donations to Make a Wish or any Organ Donor Organization in your area.
Elizabeth Middleton Daggit Haynes departed this life on Saturday, June 20, 2026, after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by
her beloved husband, William Poindexter Haynes; her parents, Edmund Middleton Daggit and Esther Borghild Overby Daggit; her brother, Edward Arthur Daggit; sister-in-law,
Darla Daggit; and daughter-in-law, Kathleen Haynes. Survivors include her son, William Edmund Haynes; daughter, Elizabeth Leigh Haynes Coffey (Jim); daughter, Esther Ann
Haynes; daughter, Mary Poindexter Haynes Miller (Fred); and nephew, Andrew Daggit. Her grandchildren include Alan and Erik Haynes; David (Cass), Kathy (Allen Eikelberg),
John (Courtney), and Anna Coffey; and Lucy, Parker, and Duncan Miller. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Dexter and Luke Eickelberg, and Evie and Amzi Coffey.
Libby was born in Memphis, Tennessee, on June 8, 1927. Raised in a home full of books and deep thinking, developed a rich intellect and a fierce independence. She was a
free-range child who believed she could accomplish anything through hard work. She was fascinated by aviation from a young age. She joined the Civil Air Patrol while attending
George Washington High School in Alexandria. Unbeknownst to her mother, she used a $10 birthday gift to take her first flying lesson at sixteen. She subsequently earned her
pilot’s license before her driver’s license. As a young adult, she bought a WWII surplus PT-23 airplane that led to many adventures, and one big misadventure. On July 5, 1952,
while on a date with a fellow pilot who was showing her how to perform aerial acrobatics, a fuel leak caused the canvas-covered plane to catch fire as he was doing an inversion.
The pilot “recommended” that she bail out. She stepped out onto the wing, and was immediately blown off before having the parachute’s ripcord in hand. Fortunately, she found
and pulled it, but unfortunately she hit the ground before it had fully deployed. She suffered a back injury and a broken ankle, and the pilot was singed, but managed to land
the plane nevertheless. Afterwards, she sewed and re-covered the plane herself, painted it red, and named it Firebird. She kept the plane until after the birth of her first
child, when she realized that perhaps flying with a baby at home was not the best course. After graduating from high school in 1944, she immediately entered nursing school
in Richmond under the Cadet Nurse Program. This program was discontinued after the end of the war. She returned home to attend George Washington University at night while working
full-time at the Veterans’ Service Center of the D.C. Government. She graduated from GWU with degrees in mathematics and chemistry. She then enlisted in the Air Force and attended
Officer Candidate School, receiving her commission in September 1951. She was assigned to the Weather Station at Kelly AFB with the additional duty of WAF squadron commander, and
later was reassigned to Headquarters, Air Weather Service at Andrews AFB as a recruiter of weather school trainees. The Air Force sent her for a year of graduate study in meteorology
at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. She was the only woman in the cohort and graduated second in her class. Afterwards she was assigned as a flight forecaster at Pepperrell
AFB Newfoundland, where she met her husband, Dexter Haynes. Libby was responsible for giving pilots weather reports and authorizing flight clearances. Dexter was a WWII troop carrier
pilot who reenlisted after the war and was working as a transport pilot for the Air Force. Much of their courtship happened over the radio, and they became engaged after four actual
dates. It worked out well, as they were happily married for 37 years. After assignments at Dover, Delaware, and Syracuse, New York, the young family of six relocated to Arlington,
Virginia in 1961. Dexter worked at the Smithsonian, and Libby dedicated herself to raising her children. Throughout this period, Libby pursued her many interests and showed her
family the joy of learning and the value of determination. She adored Star Trek, tall ships, and maritime and military history. One of Libby’s passions was medieval history. She
served as the international librarian for the Richard III Society for many years, and met many interesting people through that. All her children have fond memories of wearing her
historically accurate, handmade costumes to Renaissance fairs. Throughout her time as a homemaker, she took night classes to earn graduate credits in oceanography. In 1975, when her
youngest child was 14, she returned to work with the National Marine Fisheries Service as an oceanographer, studying the effects of climatic conditions in the oceans on the abundance
and distribution of commercially important fish species. She later worked on Fishery Management Plans and federal regulations governing commercial and sports fishing. She retired from
civil service in 1988 to care for Dexter who was seriously ill. Sadly, Dexter died in 1991. In 2003, Libby made what she felt was the second best decision in her life (after joining
the Air Force, where she met Dexter), which was moving into the Greenspring retirement community in Springfield, Virginia. Libby became quite active in multiple organizations: the
American Legion, the American Meteorological Society, the Greenspring Aero Club, and the American Fisheries Society among others. She was also a devoted member of the Village Church.
She was well known for her sunny disposition and engaging conversations. She lived at Greenspring independently for over 23 years. In 2009, she was instrumental in establishing American
Legion Post 123 at Greenspring, and was the post adjutant for many years. Before transferring into Post 123, Libby belonged to the Unknown Soldier Post 44 of Arlington as a comrade
and commander. She was a life member of the American Legion and a member of the Honor Society of Women Legionnaires. In 2016, Libby was awarded a Congressional Gold Medal in recognition
of her service in the Civil Air Patrol during WWII. This led to a renewed interest, and she joined the local CAP post, where she mentored and educated young aviation enthusiasts.
Libby was unique, amazing, admirable, adorable, and always an example of how to live morally and fully. She will be sorely missed by all who loved her.
Odell Starling Sluder, 91, of the Avery’s Creek Community, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026 at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital in
Flower Mound, TX. Born in Newland, NC, Odell was a son of the late Claude and Comeylee Calhoun Sluder. Odell graduated from Cranberry High School in 1952 and from Warren Wilson
College in 1954. He served in the United States Air Force (England and Germany) as a meteorologist. After his service, he was employed by the National Climatic Weather Records
Center in Asheville. He then continued his career as a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Spartanburg, SC, Roanoke, VA and the Asheville Regional Airport
(1964-1990) where he retired after serving for 36 years. He was a long-time member of Arden Presbyterian Church and enjoyed gardening, hunting and fishing. Odell is survived by
his loving wife of 67 years, Jean Nida Sluder; a daughter, Mona Sluder Preston (Steve) of Miami, FL; a son, Malcolm B. Sluder (Kelli) of Flower Mound, TX; three grandchildren,
Charlotte Sluder, Caroline Zickefoose (Nic) and Connor Sluder (Taylor) as well as a great-granddaughter, Kennedy Jean, all of Flower Mound, TX. A Funeral Service will be held
at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 in the chapel of the Western Carolina State Veteran’s Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM on Tuesday, May 26,
2026 at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian. In lieu of flowers, Odell’s family graciously ask that you consider making a donation in his memory to Mercy Ministry of Arden
Presbyterian Church (www.ardenpres.org).
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of
Dale C. Barnum (Missoula, Montana), who passed away on April 14, 2026, at the age of 92, leaving to mourn family and friends.
You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Dale C Barnum or send a beautiful flower arrangement to
the funeral service. As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love
and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Dale may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the
darkness, a beacon of hope in the night. A funeral service was held on Thursday, April 23rd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Blessed Trinity Catholic Church (1475 Eaton St,
Missoula, MT 59801). A reception was held on Thursday, April 23rd 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:45 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Thursday, April 23rd 2026 from 1:30 PM to
2:00 PM at the Western Montana State Veteran's Cemetery (1911 Tower St, Missoula, MT 59804).
Kenneth William Craw, Jr., died peacefully on April 9, 2026, at the age of 86, surrounded by family at his Timber Ridge at Talus home in
Issaquah, Washington. The son of Kenneth William Craw and Beulah Gaylord Craw, he was born on January 16, 1940, in Lafayette, Indiana. He graduated from West Lafayette High
School with the Class of 1958 and received a Bachelor of Science degree in geology from Indiana University in 1962, where he was a member of the Delta Tau Delta fraternity.
Thereafter, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force and began a 21-year career as a weather officer in the Air Weather Service, which included
graduate studies in meteorology at Saint Louis University and a master's degree in computer science from Texas A&M University. Field assignments included Little Rock AFB, Arkansas;
Howard AFB in the Panama Canal Zone; Global Weather Central at Offutt AFB, Nebraska; Headquarters Air Weather Service and the 7th Weather Wing at Scott AFB, Illinois; and a one-year
tour at Osan AFB, South Korea. As a weather officer through the Vietnam War and much of the Cold War, he supported American and allied aviators and soldiers in executing defense and
humanitarian missions around the world. Later, as a computer systems administrator, he built and maintained pioneering computer systems for Air Weather Service operations. In 1983,
he retired honorably as a major from the Air Force. While raising his son in O'Fallon, Illinois, Ken volunteered with the Boy Scouts and the O'Fallon schools' parent-teacher association
and coached several youth sports teams. As an adjunct professor of computer science at McKendree College in Lebanon, Illinois, Ken helped create the school's first computer science
degree curriculum. He finished his professional career in the private sector as a contract information technology program manager, serving various government and private-sector clients
across the country. In retirement, he served as a substitute math and science teacher at O'Fallon Township High School and enjoyed time with Joan, his wife of 61 years. They frequently
road-tripped around the country in their RV, lovingly called "The Silver Bullet," and often visited their Lake of the Ozarks condo, "The Craw's Nest." They also traveled extensively in
Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America. Ken's final years were spent in Issaquah, near his son and his son's family. Ken was preceded in death by his mother, Beulah; his father, Ken;
and his sister, Pauletta. He is survived by his wife, Joan; his son, Kenneth W. Craw III ("Chip"); his grandchildren, Linsey and Gavin Craw; his daughter-in-law, Lori Craw; and his
nieces, Cynthia Johnson and Kristin Sidney. A ceremony, at which Kenneth will receive full military honors, will be held on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. at Tahoma National
Cemetery in Kent, Washington. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Ken's honor to Shriners Children's (shrinerschildrens.org), Texas A&M Foundation
(txamfoundation.com), or the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
Mark Hamberger, 76, of Cape Canaveral, Florida, passed away on March 20, 2026, with his wife by his side. Mark and Lu were married on November 20, 2021.
With heavy hearts—and a few smiles thinking of his stories—we remember a man who left behind a legacy of laughter, love, and quiet strength. Born in Buffalo on October 22, 1949, Mark was
someone who truly stood out—not just in presence, but in character. He had a way of making people feel good just by being around him. His smile was easy, his laughter contagious, and he
never needed to be the loudest in the room to be the most memorable. Mark proudly served his country in the United States Air Force for 21 years, retiring with the rank of Master Sergeant.
During that time, he earned his Master's Degree in Meteorology and built a career doing what he loved. After his military service, he continued working for another 20 years with the
United States Postal Service, carrying that same sense of dedication and reliability into everything he did. He loved the Buffalo Bills, enjoyed time on the golf course, and appreciated
life's simple pleasures—but more than anything, he loved his people. In his later years, life brought him to Lu, and together they created something truly special. Their love was
undeniable—an amazing partnership that filled their days with joy, laughter, and memories that will last far beyond a lifetime. Even though their time together was not long enough, it
was full in all the ways that mattered most. Mark is survived by his beloved wife, Lucille "Lu" Hemond; his step-son, Ryan Moreau, and daughter-in-law, Amy Moreau; his cherished cats,
Bella and Sonni; and grandpuppy Bowie. He is also lovingly remembered by his extended family and many dear, lifelong friends in Buffalo who meant so much to him throughout his life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Marie and Melvin Hamberger, his brother Paul, and his sister Claudia. He was a man of pride and honor, a veteran, a husband, a friend—and someone
who left a lasting mark on everyone lucky enough to know him. In true Mark fashion, we imagine he'd say not to make too big of a fuss—but maybe to share a laugh, tell a good story, and
raise a glass in his honor. A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, April 7, at 1:00 PM at Cocoa Beach Community Church, 125 S. Atlantic Avenue, Cocoa Beach, followed by a gathering
at Ellie Mae's Tiki Bar, 116 Jackson Ave, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920. All who knew and loved Mark are welcome. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Matthew's Hope Homeless Shelter,
825 Forest Ave., Cocoa, FL 32922, or to the SPCA of Brevard, 6035 Sisson Rd., Titusville, FL 32780.
Sophia Dee Withrow Treser, 87, of Belleville, IL, born November 27, 1938, in Abilene, TX, passed away peacefully in her sleep
on March 9, 2026, surrounded by her family. Sophia was a loving homemaker, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents,
Doc and Ruth Withrow; her sister, Nadine Thomasson; her brother, Bo Peck Withrow, and son-in-law, Dennis Snider. She is survived by her loving husband of 56 years,
Charles G. Treser, six children, Lila (Craig) Moersch, Rebecca Snider, Jerry Mark Self, Lisa McCameron, David Self, and Joseph (Tracy) Self, 13 grandchildren,
and 18 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be given to the Turkey Hill Grange, Belleville, IL. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Friends may visit from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, March 16, 2026, at George Renner Funeral Home, Belleville, IL. Funeral services will be held at 5 p.m. Monday, March 16,
2026, at George Renner Funeral Home, Belleville, IL. Burial will be at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Abilene, TX, at a later date.
Lifelong Waukesha resident
Walter E. “Wally” Hahn, died on Saturday, January 3, 2026 at the age of 94 years. He was born on
September 4, 1931 to Henry E. and Etta L. (nee: Fischer) Hahn. Wally graduated from Waukesha High School in 1949 and then went on to attend Purdue University for 1 year
before entering into the United States Air Force. Wally was stationed in Hokkaido, Japan where he proudly served as a Weather Observer during the Korean War from 1951
until 1955. After returning to Waukesha, Wally met Patricia Ann Dana, and they were married on August 10, 1957. He was a 1958 graduate of Carroll College and later worked
as a claims adjuster for Kemper Insurance Company & Home Insurance. Wally was a lifetime member of Soat Vergenz Post 721 VFW; D.J. Martin Post #8- American Legion; Fraternal
Order of Eagles, Aerie #453 and Benjamin F. Goss Bird Club. Wally is loved and will be sadly missed by his wife of 68 years, Patricia Ann (nee: Dana) Hahn, and their son,
Robert (Helen Kimpel) Hahn and daughters, Kathleen Hahn and Mary Rohde. He is further survived by 3 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren along with several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Frederick Hahn, Sr., and son-in-law, John Rohde. Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 at Randle-Dable
Brisk Funeral Home, 1110 S. Grand Ave. Waukesha from 5:00 PM until the funeral service at 7:30 PM. Interment with full Military Honors will be held on Saturday, Jan.10, 2026
at St. Joseph Cemetery, S22 W22890 E. Broadway, Waukesha, WI 53186. Please meet at the cemetery chapel at 10 AM. The family would like to thank the team at Allay Hospice,
for their special care shown to Walter and the Hahn family. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Walter "Wally" E. Hahn, please visit our
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