Obituary of Walter Vickers

Walter Vickers, age 95, of Pasadena, formerly of Red River County, passed away, Monday, May 06, 2013, at Bayshore Hospital. Graveside services are 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 9, 2013, at New Haven Cemetery with Rev. James Brown officiating. Burial will follow under the direction of Clarksville Funeral Home. Walter Willis Vickers was born May 6th 1918, to the parents of Walter Hugh and Mae Vickers and passed away May 6th 2013, in Pasadena Tx. He was 95 at the age of his death and the last surviving child out of 6 belonging to Walter and Mae. He was preceded in death by his wife Joann and sons David and Don. He is survived by his son Billy, granddaughter Carlie Vickers Hicks, and several nieces and nephews. "Vick" as he was called by many was a proud WW2 Navy Veteran and served our country in times of need with pride, honor, and bravery. After leaving the service he worked as an underwater welder. He was loved by many, respected by all, and will be greatly missed until we meet again. GOD BLESS.