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William Walter Obituary
William A. Walter, Sr., a life resident of the area and former longtime resident of Monroe, passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2008 at Orange Regional Medical Center in Middletown. He was 75.
The son of the late George R. Walter and Anna M. Thura Walter, he was born on February 15, 1933 in Harriman, NY.
He was a retired Heavy Equipment Operator for Local #1249, I.B.E.W. in Syracuse, NY. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving during the Korean War. He was a life member of the Marine Corps League and the Marine Corps Association. He was a life member and past commander of American Legion Post #488, Monroe, life member of V.F.W. Post, Port Orange, FL and life member of Disabled American Veterans Association.
Survivors include his wife, Patricia E. "Patsy" Russell Walter of Middletown; daughters, Clareen M. Lynch and husband, James of Monroe and Sharleen G. Foster and husband, Craig of Middletown; sons, Richard R. Walter and wife, Ola of Greenville, William A. Walter, Jr. and fiance, Tami Yeager of Middletown, Richard R. Thornton and wife, Patricia of Montgomery, Thomas E. Thornton and wife, Renee of Spring Water, David S. Thornton and wife, Yvonne of Canandaigua and Todd P. Thornton and wife, Louise of Youngsville, NC; 14 grandchildren; nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his first wife, Gail Lee VanderBush Walter.
Visitation will be on Friday, September 26 from 7-9 p.m. at the Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 117 Maple Avenue, Monroe, NY. American Legion Services will be held at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
Interment with military honors will be held on Wednesday, October 1 at 11 a.m. in the Monroe Community Cemetery, Monroe.
Contributions may be made to Hospice of Orange and Sullivan Counties, 800 Stony Brook Court, Newburgh, NY 12550.
Funeral arrangements were made by Smith, Seamon Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, Monroe; www.ssqfuneralhome.com or 845-782-8185.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Walter
Joan Post (Baird)
September 27, 2008
Clareen, Sharleen, Rich and Billy,
I just heard about Uncle Bill's passing, I am so sorry for your loss. I still remember fondly spending time over the summer at your house on Spring Street and Uncle Bill threatening to throw me off the raft in Walton Lake to get me to swim, I still don't swim to this day. Life passes far too quickly, I have lost both parents and 6 weeks ago my husband but remember to hold on to each other and always remember your father's love for all of you.
Cory James Thornton
September 26, 2008
Bill Walter was my first real grandfather. I never had an opertunity to spend much time with him but I still was proud to claim him as family. We shared two bonds that endeered him to me instantainiously. The first of these is a love for my grandmother. The second is a love for the Corps. Being a Marine myself there has been several occasions where I touted the fact that my grandfather served with the Marines in the "Old Corps", back in Korea. Bill Walter may not have been related to me by blood but I will always claim him as my grandfather. My prayers are with his family and all those he left behind. I love you grandma and I am proud of you.
Semper-Fi Grandpa Bill-
Cpl Cory James Thornton
ANDY, JEANNIE, AND KIDS BEAIRSTO
September 26, 2008
SHARLEEN, CRAIG, SHELBY, REBECCA, AND THE WALTER FAMILY ****** HOW BLESSED YOU ALL ARE TO HAVE HAD SUCH A WONDERFUL FATHER. HOW BLESSED WAS HE TO HAVE HAD THE MOST WONDERFUL CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. WE ARE HERE IF YOU NEED US. OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU.******
Barbara & Kyle Weyant
September 26, 2008
Clareen, Sharleen, Rich and Billy
Sorry to hear about your Dads passing. I remember your parents were the first ones to visit after Kyle was born.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
MaryAnn Hutchinson
September 26, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Woody Bell
September 25, 2008
To Patsy and family we were sorry to learn of Bill's passing.We were classmates as well as friends and we offer our condolences to all of you.
Woody&Eileen Bell
Richard & Melissa Fritz
September 25, 2008
Clareen, Sharleen, Richie & Billy
There are not enough words to say how sorry i am. Your dad was a very special person and will always be remember for his kindness and willingness to help others.Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Larry Karl
September 25, 2008
Semper Fidelis" is Latin for "Always faithful." Best known to Americans as the motto of the United States Marine Corps (often "Semper Fi"
Not only was Mr. Bill Walter faithful to the corp but to his family and friends.
I'll always savor the times at Spring Street; While the Walter brothers and Doug Brush were working for Bill Walter backhoe, I always had the ability to meet them at the Walter compound after work and draw my share of beer from the tap that Mr. Walter always had.
My memories of your dad was he liked to work hard and play hard.
My condolences to the Walter families , and my thanks for allowing me the privilege of knowing your parents, now reunited in the afterlife
September 25, 2008
Dear Charlene & Craig,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. Keep those wonderful memories of your Dad close to your heart, they will help you get through the tough times. If you need anything please don't hesitate to call.
We love you guys!
Mary & Mike Zahorchak & Family
BARB BOCCHIARO
September 25, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Annamarie Coburn (Oetzel)
September 24, 2008
Tami,
I saved you for last because I wanted to think about how I would say this to you.First of all I think your a great person.I don't even know where to begin but you are also very special to our family.You have put so much aside for my uncle that I can never thank you.I thank you also for the very special pictures you sent me of my uncle and I from when I visited.God Bless You from the bottom of my heart.I love you,Annamarie (Ann)
Annamarie Coburn(Oetzel)
September 24, 2008
To all my Dearest cousins and their spouses;
I can only say your all in my prayers and thoughts.I hope you know that now all the brothers and sisters are with each other in heaven waiting on the rest of us.But in the meantime he wants you all to stick together as a family and take care of his Patsy and be happy.I wish I could be with you guys but please remember I love you all!
Anna marie coburn(oetzel)
September 24, 2008
Patsy,
I wanted to start with you because as soon as I met you this summer I knew how special you had become to my family and excpecally my dearest UNCLE BILL. Thank you for being in his life and my family's life.I love you for that and the person you are.I am so blessed that I got to meet you.
Annamarie
Rosalie & Tom Fuller
September 24, 2008
Patsy, Clareen, Sharleen, Richard & Billy
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time.
Uncle Bill was very special to us and we will miss him terribly.
May the special memories you have of your Husband and Father bring you comfort and remember that those special memories that we all have will keep him alive forever in our hearts.
A very special "ANGEL" is now watching over all of you.
We love you ALL!
Love Rosalie & Tom
Bill Bloodgood
September 24, 2008
Aunt Patsy,
I'm so sorry about Bill and like Erin said, remember the good times you both had together.
May he rest in peace.
All my love to you,
Bill xoxo
Tracy O'Sullivan
September 24, 2008
Dear Sharleen and Craig,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. Please have piece knowing your dad is safe and watching over you and your family with a smile. Lots of love,
Tracy and Wayne. :)
Erin & Bill Bloodgood
September 24, 2008
Aunt Patsy, Clareen, Sharleen, Richard and Billy - our thoughts and prayers are with you ALL during this sorrowful time. Remember the good memories and may they bring you peace.
Bill - you will always live in our hearts and prayers. God Bless.
calvin Lybolt
September 24, 2008
A good friend and school mate.north main st. may he rest in peace
Barbara Scicluna
September 24, 2008
my deepest sympathy to your family
victor-jeff weil
September 24, 2008
I wanted to send this little note to
"patsy" Though (so far)I only met you a couple times,I do know you made my UNCLE BILL a very happy man.
I want to say THANK YOU and
GOD BLESS YOU
Love,
Jeff..
dick wright
September 24, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jeff-victor weil
September 24, 2008
First I would like to send my condolences to my wonderful cousins and spouses,you guys are the GREATEST !
MY best childhood memories include my visits/stays at my UNCLE BILL and AUNT GAIL's home in Monroe.
I have missed N.Y. ever since my parents stopped taking us as children.
As life goes on,I hold these memories close to my heart. My UNCLE BILL was an inspiration to me in my youth,and I loved him dearly.
GOD BLESS YOU UNCLE BILL,I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY.
Jeff(victor) Weil
Phyllis walter weil's-son
AUGUST OETZEL III
September 24, 2008
uncle bill,i hope you know how much you meant to us all,and how much you instilled in us,my life has been richer growing up knowing you,i thank god for the time we had with you,untill we meet again,"SEMPER FI" UNCLE BILL.AUGIE.
Deb Dolson
September 24, 2008
On this day and in the days to come may the love of those around you help to comfort and lift the sorrow from your hearts. With deepest sympathy.
Jena Tager
September 24, 2008
Hey Nana,
Just want to let you know I am so grateful that 'Mr.Bill' was such a blessing in your life. He was a wonderful man that will never be forgotten. Please know that I love you so very much. You are in my prayers and thoughts always. Wish I was there to hug you - I wouldnt let go for a long time. Hope Daddy arrives to New York safe to be with you.
XOXO, "The Little Girl"
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