Walter 'Edward' Fahnholz

Walter “Edward” Fahnholz, age 67, passed away Monday, February 9, 2015 at Community Hospital in McCook.

Edward was born in McCook, NE to Walter J. and Bernice Arlene (Ridpath) Fahnholz on July 2, 1947.

Edward entered the U.S. Army on November 30. 1966. Ed was stationed on the Czechoslovakian Border for a period of time during the Cold War, and honorably served his country during the Vietnam War and the Persian Gulf War. He was recognized for his valiant efforts with the Army when he received the Southwest Asia Service Medal with Three Bronze Stars, Kuwait Liberation Medal, National Defense Service Medal with Bronze Service Star, the Vietnam Service Metal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry. Ed was Honorably Discharged on March 25, 2003.

During Ed’s tenure with the military he worked as a unit administrator at the local U.S. Army Reserve. Following his military retirement, Ed worked at Community Hospital. He also enjoyed volunteering at SWATS and was considered a father figure to many.

Ed enjoyed riding his motorcycle, fishing, and telling stories. Most importantly, he cherished his time spent with family.

Survivors include his son, Dale Fahnholz and wife, Amy of Kearney; daughters, Debbon Fahnholz of McCook and Danna Krom and husband, Christopher of Ellis, KS; sister, Peggy Pearson and husband, George of Sun City West, AZ; brother, Dale Fahnholz and wife, Cindy of McCook; eight grand children, Kinser Vonderfecht, Alec Witt, Laura Witt, Caven Krom, Evan McConnell, Coltan McConnell, Bryan Fahnholz and Jack Fahnholz; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Arva Jean Edgerton.

Visitation will be Friday, February 13, 2015 from 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home. The family will greet friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at Carpenter Breland Funeral Home with Mike Roth officiating.

Burial with Military Honors will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at Fort McPherson National Cemetery in Maxwell, NE.

Memorials are suggested to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4899 Belfort Rd, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256