A memorial service with military honors will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 1, 2017 at Waco Memorial Park.
Walter was born in McGregor, Texas to Carl and Otillia Zacharias on December 27, 1922. He married Frances Burton in April of 1946. They were married for over fifty years and raised two sons. Walter was a veteran of World War II serving in the Army's Air Force and was awarded the Bronze Star, Distinguished Unit Medal, and the Victory Medal. While serving our nation, he was stationed in the South Pacific on the island of Saipan attached to a B-29 Bomber Group. After being discharged, he attended 4-C College. Walter was a man of many talents that led him to a fulfilled life working as an accountant for several local businesses including: Higginbotham-Pearlstone, Waco Hardware, Morris Jewelers, Smith Furniture, and Payless Cashways. He enjoyed working on his cattle ranch and spending his time building, altering, and inventing different farm implements. Walter married Geneva Kirkland Zacharias on July 17th, 2001 in Mount Calm, Texas. They shared fifteen wonderful years together while being surrounded by family on their ranch and watching their great-grandchildren grow up. Throughout his life Walter was actively involved in the agricultural community, the Baylor Senior Choir, and First Baptist Church of Mount Calm.
Walter is preceded in death by Frances Burton Zacharias, wife, Carl and Otillia Zacharias, parents, and his brothers and sisters.
Walter is survived by his wife: Geneva K. Zacharias, his children: Edward Zacharias and wife Arlene, Walter Zacharias Jr. and wife Genie, and step-son Rob Kirkland and wife Yvette. He is also survived by his granddaughters: Cathryne Nivin and husband Ernest, Janis Royal and husband Erik, and Walter Zacharias III. Walter's pride and joy were his four great-grandchildren: Deslyn, Eaen, Madeline, and Olivia.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Ernest Nivin, Erik Royal, Eaen Royal, and Jennifer Reesing.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.bellmeadfuneralhome.com
Condolences(11)
Rita Reyna
, TX Monday, May 1, 2017 My dad, Everett Goates worked with Zach for years at Morris Jewelers. Our entire family enjoyed and respected him. I also attended the same church as him for several years. May God comfort you all at this difficult time.Virginia Helms
Axtell, TX Monday, May 1, 2017 We were neighbors a very long time. We will meet you again in our heavenly home. The Helms familyHorace and Retta Heathman
Mount Calm, TX Monday, May 1, 2017Greg Burt
Valley Mills, TX Monday, May 1, 2017 Zack, Arlene, and family - So sorry to learn of the loss of your father. Know that all of you are in my prayers.Nancy Little
Waco, TX Sunday, April 30, 2017 Geneva and family,You are in my thoughts and prayers as you travel this difficult road. Fondly, Nancy
Ken Jeffries
Waco, TX Saturday, April 29, 2017 I enjoyed working with him and junior during my 17 years atWaco Hardware Company. They both were hard working,
honest and caring men.
Ronnie and Judi childre
, AL Saturday, April 22, 2017 Geneva. You know you are in our prayers.Lori Harmon
, TX Saturday, April 22, 2017 Sorry for your loss. God bless you.Michelle Barott (Bass)
Mount Calm, TX Saturday, April 22, 2017 He will be missed greatly and my condolences to the family.David & Sue Bass
Mt. Calm, TX Saturday, April 22, 2017 We are so sorry for your loss. We so enjoyed our visits on your porch talking about gardening and a little of everything. Walter will be missed, but I know he is in a better place now. May God keep his arms around all of the family with only the comfort that God can give. We love you! Dave and Sue BassJanet Summers
Mart, TX Friday, April 21, 2017 Wanted to let Zach, Arlene and family know that we're thinking about you all and have always thought dearly of your family. Just know you are in prayers!