BEST, Walter F. (1934-2003)
BEST, YOUNG
Posted By: Hancock Co Genealogical Society
Date: 9/24/2021 at 20:41:52
Walter F. Best 1934-2003
Walter F. Best, 68, of Garner died Friday, May 9, 2003, at the Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, Mason City.
His funeral was held Monday at the St. Boniface Catholic Church in Garner with the Rev. Michael Schueller officiating. Music was provided by organist, Carolyn Kumsher who accompanied the church choir. Ushers were Robert Kral and Lawrence Engstler.
Casket bearers were, Jon Best, Erick Best, Michael Best, Joe Best, Dennis Best and Larry Best. Burial was in the St. Boniface Catholic Cemetery. The Cataldo Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.
Walter Frank Best, the son of Herman and Vera (Young) Best, was born December 4, 1934 at Pomeroy. He moved with his family to Garner and graduated from the Garner High School in 1954. Walter worked as a depot agent for the Milwaukee Railroad from 1958 to 1965. In 1967, he made his home at Duncan Heights and in 1998 moved to the Concord Care Center in Garner.
He was a member of the St. Boniface Catholic Church. He enjoyed playing his accordion and remembering people's birthdays.
Walter is survived by his brothers, Robert Best and his wife, Barbara of Garner, Dennis Best of Clear Lake and Larry Best and his wife, Mary of Grimes; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; maternal grandparents, Frank and Emma Young; and his paternal grandparents, Christian and Tina Best.
ŠThe Garner Leader & Signal, 14 May 2003, page 6, column 2
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