In Remembrance Of
Walter Griffin Halferty
Walter Griffin Halferty, 89, of Smithville, MO, passed away in his home September 1, 2012 with his family by his side.
He was born on April 15, 1923 to Herschel Harold and Frances (Griffin) Halferty in Paradise, MO, where he grew up and graduated from Smithville High School.?????? Walt then served his country in the U.S. Army during WW II and was awarded three Bronze Stars and the Purple Heart. In 1947 Walt graduated from William Jewell College, where he met Marilyn Ashley, his loving wife of 65 years.???
Walt was the president of H. H. Halferty and Sons and served on the boards of numerous civic organizations.??? ???
He was preceded in death a daughter, Susan Halferty.??? ???
Walt is survived by his wife Marilyn; his beloved daughters Patricia Luce, Nancy Broeg and husband Fred, Cail Furkin and husband Bob; grandchildren Michael and Chris Luce, Sarah Hammett and husband Kevin, Jeff Broeg and wife Ann, and Susan, Sally and Scott Furkin; two great-grandchildren Henry and Alice Hammett; brother Frank Halferty and wife Joyce; sister Ann Payne and husband Bob; sister-in-law Clara Wyss and husband Milford, several nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends.
The family would like to thank Reverend Ryan Motter of the First Christian Church and Hospice Advantage for their wonderful care.
Funeral Services: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday September 5th with visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the First Christian Church, Smithville.
Burial: Smithville Memorial Cemetery
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the First Christian Church, Smithville.
Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville
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Teresa McNeal & Family
Marilyn, Patty, Nancy & Cail
My deepest sympathy to you all. Walt will be greatly missed. I have enjoyed working with Walt and getting to know all of you these past 14 years. He was like family to me. That is one of the things that I have enjoyed working for this family owned business, everyone here is like family. Walt always asked how my children & grand children were and always enjoyed seeing them when they were in town. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.