Walter (Cork) R. Kakretz Jr. Obituary (1942 - 2026)

Walter (Cork) R. Kakretz Jr. Elmira NY Passed away March 21, 2026. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Rae Ann Lammy Kakretz ; children, Michelle Malone (Bryan) of Horseheads, New York, Denise Carson (Todd Weidman, fiancé ) of Elmira Heights, New York, Brother Robert Kakretz (Colleen) of Grandy NC; Grandchilden Ryleigh Tinker (Jesse) of Elmira , NY; Taylor Malone of Horseheads, NY; several nieces and nephews; Special Cousins “The Wolf Pack” and long time friends, The Vickery Family. Walt served his country honorably in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War. He retired from Elmira City School district as a bus driver. Cork was an avid fan of the NY Giants. He loved spending time with his family, especially at Mountain Lake, PA. The family welcomes your condolences at this time, but it was Walt’s wishes that there will be no services.