Walter Dedeke

Walter Carl Dedeke, 86, of Junction, Texas passed from this life on October 15, 2017 at a care facility in Junction.

Walter was born June 19, 1931 to Eddie and Norma Dedeke in San Marcos, Texas. He grew up and attended schools in San Marcos. He graduated from Southwest Texas State University with a degree in Chemistry. He served his country in the US Air Force during the Korean War. On September 8, 1956, he married Aubrey Ann Hill. Walter worked many years for Union Carbide as a Chemist.

Walter is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, August Dedeke and Ed Dedeke, Jr.; and two sisters, Shirley Corbot and Doris Luerson.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife of 61 years, Aubrey Ann Dedeke; son, Ron Dedeke and wife Jan; daughter, Mitzi Holland and husband Cole; grandchildren, Clay Holland and wife Whitney, Asa Holland and wife Megan, Taylor Dedeke, Candice Abel and husband Ryan; great-grandchildren, Acelynn Holland, and Lakelyn Holland; sisters, Helen Leissner and Edna Guttery; along with a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

Private family services will be held at the family ranch.

Arrangements are under the direction and personal care of the professionals at Kimble Funeral Home. (325) 446-3076

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