William Walpole

William H. Walpole, age 85, died Saturday, February 28, 2009, at Mt. Carmel Medical Center West. Preceded in death by sons, John and James, and sister, Virginia Park. Survived by wife of 60 years, Mary Rau Walpole, daughter in law, Beverly Walpole and grandson, Andrew John Walpole, and several nieces and nephews. Long-time faithful member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, having served many roles. Retired owner of Dix Barber Supply Company. Member of Ralph Rickley Lodge No. 670 F&AM, Southeast Shrine Club, Scottish Rite, Veteran, US Army WWII. Friends may call Monday 4-8pm at GRAUMLICH FUNERAL HOME, 1351 South High Street. Service Tuesday 10:30am Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 80 E. Markison Avenue. Pastor Floyd L. Stolzenburg officiating. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. Those who wish may direct memorials to Emmanuel Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.