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WALTER ERNIE YARGO passed away Saturday, April 5, 2008. A native Houstonian, he was born October 6, 1945. He was a graduate of St. Pius High School and a 33-year veteran of the Houston Police Department. Ernie loved golfing, fishing and gardening. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary Yargo and sister Marie Yargo Celano. Ernie is survived by his wife Valerie Owen Yargo; son Chris Yargo and wife Toni; grandchildren Olivia and Nicolas Yargo; sister Betty Healy and brother Ralph Yargo and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends Tuesday, April 8th from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Earthman Resthaven, 13102 North Freeway, where funeral services will be held in the chapel, with Pastor Kerry Nelson officiating, Wednesday April 9th at 12:30 P.M. with interment to follow in the cemetery. The family would like to note a special thanks to all the staff and volunteers of Houston Hospice for their warmth and kindness.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Apr. 8, 2008.

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Jacki Walker-McDonald

April 22, 2008

Valerie, I just heard that Walter did in fact pass on. I knew he was sick and you had been home with him. I am so very sorry, hon, as I know you loved this man much! When things calm down, please call me or stop by the office. Take care and let me know if I can help in any way!

Jean Juneau

April 21, 2008

Dear Val,
I was so very sorry to about Walter, I know you love him so much. I have you and your family in my prayers. Love, Jean Hart Juneau

beth healy

April 15, 2008

Val, Chris, Mom, Uncle Ralph, etc.

I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Ern. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love Beth

Johnelle Davison

April 11, 2008

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Pam Morris

April 10, 2008

Hey Val-

We just got home & my heart is heavy. I miss Uncle E so much already. Yesterday was truly beautiful & it was such a testimony to you both. It was wonderful to see so many friends, coworkers and family members there. I think he would have been very happy with how it turned out! Especially his tree!

Uncle E was my HERO. My #2 DAD! I am sitting here in his UT shirt, smelling his cologne and trying to imagine what complete joy he must be experiencing right now up in heaven. Thank you for being his Angel here on Earth! It was such a privilege to share in and watch your beautiful love affair. He was such a lucky guy!

Please know that anytime of day or night I am available! You are constantly in my thoughts and prayers.

I love you tons-

Pam

Michelle Fernandez

April 9, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

God Bless,
Jaime, Michelle (1st cousin to Toni Yargo), Anthony & Angela Fernandez

Kim Celano

April 9, 2008

Dearest Valerie, Chris and family,

Because i haven't been able to be with you in person, I'm on my way to the beach now to collect 6 pack backs of rocks to make a 'bridge' in my garden in honor of my Uncle Ernie. His symbolic 'crossing over' will be in my most precious place in my home - my backyard. Val, i didn't know that Uncle Ernie loved gardening as my mom and I do. I think that she's their with shovel and hoe - all the gardening tools and their mutual laughter and good humor. It seems many are waiting for him with fishig pole, golf clubs, cards and so much other. Please know that you all will be with me in thought every day and that you have another source of strength here in my home, always. I learned so much from my Uncle Ernie and have been blessed for knowing him.

With all my love,
Kim

Stacy Kelly Girton

April 9, 2008

My Dear Friend Val,
My heart is heavy. You and Walt have been such good friends. Although I am far away, remember that you are & have been in my thoughts & Prayers. Walt will surely be missed. We have had alot of good times together....Such great memories....Hope to see you soon. Love and Big Hugs,
Stacy Kelly Girton

Becky Klare

April 9, 2008

Valerie,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May Walter rest in the peace of God.

Terry Lindner

April 9, 2008

Valerie & Family,

My condolences to you & your family on the passing of Ernie. I worked in B&T with Ernie in the 80's & remember how helpful and funny he was. Valerie, I further remember you & Ernie meeting in B&T & how much you cared for him.

You'll are in my thoughts & prayers.

Sheila Klein

April 8, 2008

Valerie, I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray for your strength and that you will find peace. I love you, Sheila

Al Celano

April 8, 2008

Valerie,

The 50 plus years that I knew Ernie
will provide enough memories to last
a long, long time.

From his 1st visits to Oklahoma, California and Arizona in the 50's
and 60's to our trips to Mexico and Colorado in the 80's , it was always laughing and joking.

He seemed to be very content after your marriage almost 20 years ago. There is no question that you were
good to him and for him from day one right up to the very end. He was
a better person because of you and
now your job is done and God will take over.

We will all miss him and although he is gone his memories will last forever.

Bless you both,

Al

M. D. Beale, Jr.

April 8, 2008

My deepest sympathy. I know he'll be missed.

Betty Healy

April 8, 2008

Val, Chris, Toni, Olivia & Nicholas,
My heart hurts...I shall miss my dear brother. Val, Thank you for loving him so well. You were the bright light in his life. Chris, you were his joy and Olivia & Nicholas were his treasures. I have no doubt he will be your guardian angel. All of you gave him beautiful care & love and a rousing farewell. Being the party guy he was, he loved that.
You all continue to be in my prayers and I love you!
Aunt Betty

James Boy

April 8, 2008

We will all miss Wally Yargo. I worked with him in B&T and will miss his humor!

Jim Boy+

Joe Landrum

April 8, 2008

To the Yargo family, I am sorry to hear of the passing of Walter. I am a Police classmate of Walter, class #36. We had some good times together in the Academy. You are in my prayers

Pam Gray

April 8, 2008

Valerie, you and Walter were so lucky to have each other. I remember having some great times with you both on Lake Conroe. I will never forget the time Walter was out in the boat with me and Bob, when he fell off the front of the boat backwards, with his hat and sunglasses on. We had just pulled up to the island and it was back in the days when the lake was over run with hydrilla. Walter sank straight down into the hydrilla and we all had a good laugh. Walter always made me feel better with his humor about the pig farmer. Walter was a fun guy and I will never forget him, or his and your kindness to Bob when he was having so many problems. Walter is in a better world now, playing cards and seeing family. I am sure he is watching over you also. Love you both, Pam

Rebecca Korndorffer

April 8, 2008

Val,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope you can find comfort knowing that Walter is at peace in a much better place.
With Love,
Becca

Jennifer Alderman

April 8, 2008

Valerie,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Remember all the fun Friday nights at your house in Hearthstone with Ernie (dancing and singing)!!!!!

Angela Tripp

April 8, 2008

Val-we just wanted to tell you how sorry we are about Walt.Valley Wells won't be the same w/out him. I always looked forward to driving down the street to see him outside waving his longhorn sign at me. You and the family are in our thought and prayers during this difficult time. Please let us know if we can anything for you.

H.L. Richter

April 8, 2008

Val,
So sorry to hear about Wally.

Wendy Cain and family

April 8, 2008

We are so sorry about your loss, but have been inspired by Toni's stories of the way Mr. Yargo was able to celebrate his life after his diagnosis. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family and your many friends.

D.A. Gibson

April 8, 2008

Walt worked for me as a detective back in the late 1970s on the evening shift in B & T Division. I remember him as a good detective, who always did a great job on cases assigned to him. He was also a friend, and we talked together a lot.
I deeply regret his passing and know the gates of Heaven are open to him now, as he is in a much better place than having to suffer so much lately with his illness. God Bless Him and his family.

Carol Palermo-McIver

April 8, 2008

Val,

My prayers are with you and your family, God comfort you and keep you at this time. May God give you his peace and his rest that only he can give.

Jill White

April 8, 2008

My thoughts, prayers, and condolences to all who were fortunate enough to have known Walt. He had a profound effect on all that knew him. My life will forever by changed for having known and loved him. Thank you "Yargo" for being my friend.

"When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight".

WAYNE JONES

April 8, 2008

VAL. I REMEMBER WHEN YOU WERE A 19 YEAR OLD AND STARTED WORKING IN THE BURG AND THEFT DIVISION. THANK YOU FOR TAKING CARE OF WALLY IN THE LATER YEARS AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE.

Charles and Lorraine Cuzzart

April 8, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Lynell Lilly

April 8, 2008

Val,

My heart and prayers go out to you for your loss. May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Rebecca/Becky Celano

April 8, 2008

Love & hugs Valerie

My thoughts & prayers are with you & the rest of the family

Breathe deep knowing Ernie is at peace -- and that one day, we will all be together again

Becky

Edward and Marsha Borski

April 8, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

Jeanene Hanna

April 8, 2008

I will miss my cousin. I have many wonderful memories of our years together growing up with Harold, Jr.
I am so grateful that I was privileged to spend time with him the last weeks of his life.
Valerie, we are sisters in our grief and will must stick together. My prayers and thoughts are with you and all the family. Chris and Toni,Olivia and Nicholas my prayers and thoughts are with you also.
Ernie was so good to his Aunt Cecilia and I am grateful that she had him in those years after Harold Jr. and H.T. died. He was good to her. He will be missed, but I know that he is in Heaven with so many that he loved and I know that they are having a rousing reunion. I bet that he and Billy Hanna are telling silly jokes right now with Uncle Harold and playing a great game of golf.

Janis Sanders

April 8, 2008

To Walter's wife Val and his Family
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Walter for 2-3 years in the Burglary & Theft Division.

Lisa Sams

April 8, 2008

My prays are with you.
Thinking of you with love,
Lisa & Greg Sams

Debbie Dancer

April 8, 2008

Valerie,
I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am about Walt. We have been gin and spade friends for the last 5 years. I feel like I know you. He always talked about you. It's just really hard to believe that he is gone. I will have fond memories of all our games and arguements. You know how Walt liked to argue. He always had comments on how I played. I will be thinking of you.
Debbie

theodore rayon

April 8, 2008

my prays goes out to

Karen Cook

April 8, 2008

Our prayers are with you.

Love,
Raymond and Karen

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