Walter Grainger

Walter Grainger Col. (Ret.) 93 of Little Rock passed away peacefully on Janury 19, 2012. He was born August 22, 1918 in Mt. Vernon, New York to Walter and Stella Grainger.
Mr. Grainger was pre-deceased by his loving wife of 55 years, Maxie. He was also pre-deceased by his brother David Grainger and sisters Elvira Richardson and Janet Simonds. Col. Grainger served in the Army in WWII in the Pacific theater. Training brought him to Little Rock where he met Maxine Bryd, his future wife. After the war Col. Grainger became a true Southerner by marrying and moving to Little Rock. He served 30 years in the Arkansas National Guard. He truly enjoyed his time with the Guard.
He is survived by two loving daughters: Janet Grainger Friday and Mary Eileen Tschura (Jerry), and step grandchild: John Tschura. Also surviving are the following devoted and loved nieces and nephews: Patricia Rentz, Ray Simonds (Terry), Robert Richardson (Elaine), Sue Laverriere (Deek), Andrew Grainger (Sheryl), Bradley Grainger (Mary), Bob Sparks(Sandy), George Ed Sparks, Linda Smith (David), and Carol Burt (Charles). He was blessed with 16 great nieces and nephews who gave him great joy and delight along with one amazing grand nephew. Also surviving is James Baia, a devoted cousin.
Col. Grainger led his life based upon his Christian principles of love and kindness.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pulaski County Humane Society, 14600 Col. Glenn Road, Little Rock, AR 72210. www.warmhearts.org or Alis Alley Cats (cat rescue), 5625 Westview Drive, North Little Rock, Arkansas. Graveside services will be held at Pinecrest Memorial Park, 7401 Hwy 5, North, Alexander, AR on Wednesday, January 25th at 2:00 p.m.
Services entrusted to Huson Funeral Home, 6400 Mabelvale Pike, Little Rock, AR 72209 ph. (501) 565-4644.
On-line obituary and guest registry at www.husonfuneralhome.com