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1924
DIED
2005
Walt Grape Obituary
Celebration of life: 7 p.m. Thursday at Ridglea Country Club Condominium Club House, 4010 Ridglea Country Club Drive, Fort Worth.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the American Kidney Fund, (800) 638-8299.
Walt Grape was born April 24, 1924, in Leavenworth, Kan., to Walter and Lillian Grape. He proudly served his country during World War II as a member of the Army Air Corps in the European theater. He was also a master Mason.
Nothing made "Good Ol' Walt" happier than horse tradin' with his valued customers.
The family extends a heartfelt thank-you to the staff at Southwest Dialysis, and Elanda Douglas and the CVICU staff at Plaza Medical Center of Fort Worth for their efforts, warmth and caring.
Survivors: Wife, Elaine of Fort Worth; son, Rick Grape and wife, Lu; daughter, Barbie Grape-Strein and husband, Waldo; grandson, Sparky Grape; other children, Donna Burns and husband, Gavin, Robert McCrory and wife, Ana, Denise McCrory, Debbie Richmond and husband, John; and other grandchildren, Jennifer and Robby McCrory, Eric and George Peterson, Jacob and Julia Jones and Jonathan and Garrison Richmond.
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Joe and Colene Pankau
July 20, 2005
Sympathy To Elaine and All Family of Walt Grape. Walt will be remembered for his warmth, and jolly nature and I pray you all are able to bear his loss through the stength of the Lord. Joe and Colene Pankau
Maxine Swope
July 20, 2005
Elaine, Rick, Barbie and Families,
So many people have been blessed in knowing "Junior" as I always called him and having him in our lives. I know he has been a wonderful Son, Husband, Dad, and friend to so many. As a cousin I always thought so highly of him and loved his jovial ways, remember several good phone conversations with him over the years and really enjoyed the visit I had at his Pawn Shop years back. We know he will be missed by all. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Johnny Sonderegger
July 20, 2005
Sorry for your lost. Thinking about all of you. I remember about 7 years ago Walt called up and we talked for about an hour. It was good talking to him. Take care.
Evegene Garrison
July 18, 2005
Elaine and family,
Walt was one of a kind and even though I hadn't seen him for years, it was obvious through his e-mails and phone calls that he was, and always will be remembered as, a winner in every way. When I was 9 years old, I received a letter from Walt while he was in the service overseas. To a little 9-year-old country girl who had never been anywhere further away than St. Joseph, MO, that letter endeared him to her forever.
May our Heavenly Father wrap his arms around you and give you peace and comfort as only He can do.
Mary Ann & Terry Flood
July 8, 2005
Rick, Barbie and Families; we were truly saddened to learn of the loss of your father. What a great person and gentleman Walt was. I will miss seeing him every couple years. Our deepest sympathies and prayers to all.
R.L. Hauk
July 7, 2005
Rick and Family members, Sorry for your loss, all of you will be in my thoughts, I'm sorry I am out of town and will not be at the wake. Thanks also for the support in my recent loss. Your Friend R.L.
Charles & Claudette Smith
July 6, 2005
Elain...
We are both so sorry to hear of the passing of your precious Walt. What a true character he was and a pure joy to know. You and your family will be in our prayers that the Lord will give you his peace. Love you...
sara baker
July 6, 2005
I was so sorry to read about your father. There will never be another Walt. He will be missed.
You all have all my good thoughts.
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