Walter Hollowell, Jr.

Walter Hollowell, Jr., 87, of Poplar Bluff, went to his Heavenly Home on Wednesday, April 8, 2020.

Walter was born December 25, 1932 in Broseley, Mo., to the late Walter Hollowell, Sr. and Era (Johnson) Hollowell.  He had one brother, Arth “Bud” Hollowell, who preceded him in death and one sister, Marge Garner who survives.

After graduating high school in Qulin, Mo., he served in the United States Navy for four years.  Then he attended college at Columbia, Mo.

He married Irene (Pigmon) Hollowell in August 1961.  She preceded him in death Oct. 13, 2012.  They were blessed with two children.

Walter worked for Edwards Press Co. for 35 years before retiring in 1995.

Walter enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and going to the river and working in his yard.

He is survived by one daughter, Lisa Hollowell-Tinker of Poplar Bluff and one son, Michael K. Hollowell of Poplar Bluff and three grandchildren, Jodi Law of Poplar Bluff, Charissa Hollowell and Jason Hollowell of Scott City and three great-grandchildren.

He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church.

Walter was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather and always had a smile on his face.

A private graveside service for family will be held at a later date.

Online condolences can be sent to fitchhillisfh@yahoo.com.