Walter Early Short
Walter Short Obituary
Short, Walter
Pinckney, MI
His Legacy… Walter Early Short, 77, passed away July 3, 2025. He was born on December 10, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan to William Short and Dorothy (Parks) Short. He graduated from Western High School in Detroit, in 1966. Walter married the love of his life, Ellen DeFrank, on July 6, 1968, at Holy Redeemer Church, in Detroit, Michigan. Walter was a Corporal 1st class Marine and was extremely patriotic, he loved his country. He participated in Civil War re-enactments at Greenfield Village and collected Civil War and World War II artifacts. At one point he worked at the Pentagon as a messenger for President Lynden B. Johnson. Walter was a staunch “dyed-in-the-wool conservative”. He was a member of both the Pinckney and Howell American Legions and the Whitmore Lake Rod & Gun Club. Walter enjoyed shooting, boating, fishing and cars. He was a hopeless romantic, happy go lucky and very funny. Walter adored his family and would do anything for them. He was dearly loved by his family and friends and will be greatly missed.
His Family… Walter will be missed by his children, Ken Short, Brian (Bianca) Short; brother, Jim (Anne) Seaton; brother-in-law, Julius Nagy; grandchildren, Kaylee Short, Aidan Short, Melanie Short, Maxwell Short, Koda Short; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He is preceded in death by his wife, Ellen Short; parents, William and Dorothy Short; sister, Sylvia Nagy; and his beloved dog, Nick.
His Farewell… Walter’s family and friends will gather Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 1:00PM-8:00PM at Borek Jennings Funeral Home, Hamburg Chapel. His Community Farewell will take place at 6:00PM. Memorial contributions are suggested to Wounded Warriors. Please leave a message of comfort for Walter’s family at 1-877-231-7900, or sign his guestbook at www.borekjennings.com.
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