Walter E. Lineberry, 82, of Largo FL, died October 10, 2013.
He was born to the late Leslie and Snowda Lineberry, August 28, 1931, in Ramseur NC. Walter graduated from Ramseur High School in 1937. He enlisted in the Navy upon graduation from High School. He served during the Korean War. He was awarded the United Nations Service Medal; Republic of Korea Service Medal; National Defense Medal; and a Good Conduct Medal. After his service he received a BA in Chemistry from the University of West Virginia in 1958. He married the late Mary C (Ann) Carrico in 1952, and they lived together in Morgantown, WVA, before relocating to Florida in 1965. They were happily married until Ann passed away in 2012. Walter was a high school Chemistry teacher at Largo High School, until he retired and was passionate about making a difference in the lives of his students.
Walter is survived by three children: Leslie Lewis of Glen Ellyn IL, Walter Lineberry of St Petersburg, FL and Carrie Claypool of Largo, FL. Walt’s fourth daughter, Linda Lineberry passed away January 2012.
A graveside service with honors will be presented at 2:00 PM on Monday, October 28, 2013 at Bay Pines National Cemetery, Bay Pines, FL with the Korean War Veterans Honor Guard to officiate, 10000 Bay Pines Boulevard.
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I only heard of Walt’s passing today (21 Jan) and was saddened by the news. Walt was a good friend and a mentor. In HS he taught me to analyse and to think critically. It was a skill that served me well thoughout my life. Walt was also my best man when I married in 1971. Always a free spirit and contemplative individual. God speed my friend!
My condolences to the family.