Walter J. Short Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Walter J. Short, 69, of Catawba, Va., loving husband of the late Dorothy (Yearout) Short for 47 years, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 at his home following a brave battle with cancer. He was born October 6, 1948 to Willy (Bill) and Grace Short. Walter was proud to have served his country as a Vietnam medic and his community as a life-long member of the Upper Craig Creek fire department. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Grace Short; brothers, Tom Short and Bill Short Jr. Walter will be lovingly remembered by his devoted partner, Sherry Kerns; son and daughter-in-law, Christopher and Elizabeth Renay Short; granddaughters Alexis and Melissa Short; brother and sister-in-law, Clarence and Linda Short; life-long friends Harvey and Sharon Songer; along with numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews and pets. Special gratitude to Sherry Kerns for all the tender loving care and commitment given to Walter and the family throughout the years. Gratefulness to the Craig county emergency services for their care & consideration. Appreciation to the various medical professionals of the VA Medical Center. For those wishing to donate in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society or your local SPCA. Funeral Services will be held 10:00 AM Monday, February 19, 2018 at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Kevin Altizer officiating. Interment will follow at the Old Dominion Cemetery, Botetourt County. The family will receive friends 6-8 PM Sunday, February 18, 2018 at Paitsel Funeral Home. Arrangements by Paitsel Funeral Home. www.paitselfh.com

Walter J. Short

October 6, 1948 - February 14, 2018