Walter E. Pruitt passed away in Fallon, Nev., after a brave battle with cancer. During his Navy career he, with his family, was stationed at Whidbey Island Naval Air Station.

Services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 19, at Northern Nevada Veterans Cemetery in Fernley, Nev., at 1 p.m. Arrangements are under the direction of The Gardens Funeral Home 2949 Austin Highway, Fallon, NV 89406. Call 775-423-8928