Walter Lyle Hannum

Walter Lyle Hannum, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, departed this life on February 16, 2022. Born in Berwyn, Maryland on September 22, 1933, he lived a long life focused on God and family, and with a smile spread patience, love, and acceptance to all who were fortunate enough to know him. He entered the U.S. Navy after graduating from Auburn University in 1956, and in 1963 settled in Huntsville, AL with his wife and family to pursue a long-lasting career in aerospace engineering. He valued God above all things and taught his family the value of love without judgement, the power of a well-spoken word, and the importance of education and hard work. Walter is survived by 6 children and their spouses, 14 grandchildren and spouses, and 5 great-grandchildren. We know we are blessed to have had such a man in our lives and hope we will be up to the task of carrying on his legacy until we meet again.

“A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver.”

Proverbs 25:11 KJV

A visitation for Walter will be held Saturday, February 26, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Valhalla Funeral Home, 698 Winchester Rd Ne, Huntsville, Alabama 35811, followed by a military honors at 2:00 PM.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.valhallafunerals.com for the Hannum family.