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Walter ?Walt? Beyer
Birth: 13 Aug 1925 Shelbyville, Shelby County, Indiana, USA
Death: 2 Feb 2015 (aged 89) Houston, Harris County, Texas, USA
Burial: Memorial Oaks Cemetery, Houston, Harris County, Texas, USA
Memorial #: 142255992
Bio: Walt Beyer, age 89, passed peacefully on February 2, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. Preceded in death by his first wife, Marilyn Lou (Bowman) Beyer, Walt was one of 10 children, born in August 1925 in Shelbyville, IN, to John and Bertha Beyer. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Frieda, his children Kandi, Kevin, Kris, Kerry, granddaughter Julia, and siblings Jim, Norma, and Lizzy.A veteran of WWII, Walt enlisted in the US Army Air Corps, serving as a navigator. During his service, he took up boxing, winning several title bouts, even defeating a world champion opponent. Completing his Bachelor's degree from Butler University within 2 years, Walt built his 38 year career with Shell Oil as Manager of Property Tax, serving 2 terms as President of the Institute for Professionals in Taxation. Walt spent his retirement years pursuing his passion for hunting, fishing, cooking, and golf. His favorite place was his ranch in central Texas, where he farmed, raised cattle, and admired deer and wildlife. He loved to entertain, argue politics, and tell stories. Always with a dazzling smile and a glimmer in his eyes, Walt's charisma and charm endeared him to all who knew him. He was a man of character and principles, and had an immeasurable love for his family. He will be deeply missed and his legacy will live on in the hearts of those who loved him.The Beyer family will be present to receive friends Sunday, February 8, 2015 from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM with a Vigil Service beginning at 4:00 PM at Dettling Funeral Home, 14094 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77079. The Funeral Mass will commence Monday, February 9, 2015 at 10:30 AM at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 625 Nottingham Oaks Trail, Houston, TX 77079. A reception will follow holy mass in St. Jude Hall at St. John Vianney. Graveside services will follow holy mass at Memorial Oaks Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider contributions in Walt's memory to St. John Vianney Catholic Church or the National Trust For Historic Places at www.preservationnation.org. Visit www.DettlingFuneral.com to leave online tributes.Published in Houston Chronicle on Feb. 6, 2015Father: John J BeyerMother: Bertha E Runnehohn BeyerSource: Indiana Marriages
Family Members
Parents
John Joseph Beyer 1889-1976
Bertha Elizabeth Runnebohm Beyer 1899-1972
Siblings
John J Beyer 1921-2011
Robert A. Beyer 1922-1971
Clara L. Beyer Winkler 1924-2013
Raymond Beyer 1929-2001
Charlene Beyer 1933-2010
Created by: Elaine (46846500)
Added: 6 Feb 2015
URL: https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/142255992/walter-beyer
Citation: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com : accessed 01 June 2020), memorial page for Walter ?Walt? Beyer (13 Aug 1925?2 Feb 2015), Find a Grave Memorial no. 142255992, citing Memorial Oaks Cemetery, Houston, Harris County, Texas, USA ; Maintained by Elaine (contributor 46846500) .
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1925 - 2015 (89 years)