Howard L. "Buck" Walz

Mr. Howard L. "Buck" Walz, age 90, of Jefferson City, Mo., passed away on Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at Capital Region Medical Center. He was born on June 13, 1928, in Jefferson City, a son of the late Carl and Sophia (Kuper) Walz. He was married on September 19, 1947, in Warrensburg, Mo., to Billie Jean Shaw, who preceded him in death on August 22, 2015. Buck was a 1946 graduate of Jefferson City High School. After attending a year of Junior College, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. He owned Robertson Electronics in Jefferson City for over 38 years until retiring in 1988. Buck played baseball while in the United States Army and, later, in the Major Leagues for the Chicago Cubs organization for three years. Buck and his beloved wife Billie were both avid golfers. Buck took pride in the fact that he had made nine holes-in-one. Long time members of the Jefferson City Country Club and First Baptist Church, their many activities centered around spending time with friends and family. They spent their retirement years travelling, golfing, and sharing time between Jefferson City and Sun City West, Arizona. He was admired as being kind and generous, always willing to help others. Family and friends alike will remember Buck as a devoted husband, a loyal friend, and a loving member of his family. Survivors include: two sisters, Wanda Alberts of Jefferson City, Mo. and Delores Shirley (Lyndal) of Eugene, Mo.; a sister-in-law, Judy Walz of Jefferson City, Mo.; a niece, Cherie Hallert (Marc) of Walnut Creek, Calif., whom he loved as a daughter; and multiple generations of adoring nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Carl Walz Jr. Arthur Walz, and Franklin "Pete" Walz. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 22, 2018, at Freeman Mortuary, 915 Madison Street, Jefferson City, Missouri. Graveside services with military honors will be conducted at Hawthorn Memorial Gardens immediately following the visitation, with the Reverend Dr. Monte Shinkle officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to The Boys and Girls Club or to a charity of the donor's choice. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com