Walter Stubbs Obituary

For 20 years, by far the longest tenure of any mayor serving Treasure Island, Walter Stubbs watched the bottom line. Stubbs died Sunday (Oct. 12). He was 93.

Published by Tampa Bay Times from Oct. 14 to Oct. 19, 2008.
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Dear Nancy: I will always think of Walter as my mentor and good friend during my ten years as mayor in Indian Shores. I often referred to him as "the man who gets me in trouble"...with great fondness...as he recommended I run to be president of the Council of Mayors and the BIG-C. His presence was always welcome and we were flattered to have him as a friend. We would have been at the service, but Mary was taken to the Emergency Room that afternoon. She is recuperating.

Bob & Mary McEwen

November 5, 2008

I was very sad to learn of the tragic passing of former mayor Walter Stubbs. As a former resident (but still a home owner in T.I.), and former volunteer firefighter, I was proud to call T.I. home. The city's growth and improvements under Mr. Stubb's terms in office were exciting to watch and be a part of. Always a friendly, cordial man who would offer up his smile, it was both a pleasure and a honor to meet and greet Walter on Sunday morning's at Friendship Community Church. He was like a surrogate grandfather to many. It is truly a sad part in the history of Treasure Island and I offer my sincere condolences to his family, his many friends and to the residents of Treasure Island. May he rest in complete peace and may we all celebrate his life and his many accomplishments and contributions to the successes of the City of Treasure Island.

Sincerely,
Richard C. Rehner
Captain, Chicago Fire Department
Lincoln Park Area

Richard Rehner

October 17, 2008

I worked with Walter for 14 years - he was a great man and a pleasure to work for - he was tough but fair. He was a great asset to Treasure Island and worked hard to make it a great community.

Sandra Carnevale

October 17, 2008

Walter,

A good man and great Mayor. Walter was usually upbeat and positive and had memory of minute details. He always had a story to tell and a good joke. Walter you will be missed. May heaven shine on you.

Stewart Shriver
Trails End Motel
Treasure Island

Stewart Shriver

October 17, 2008

Walter Stubbs served Treasure Island with a firm hand. He demonstrated very tight fiscal control. His debonair personality and accent was always attractive. Once you met Walter, it was hard to forget him! My sympathy to the family.

Betty O'Hearn

October 17, 2008

David,
My deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers for you at this very sad time. Also to Nancy and the rest of my Uncle Walter's extended family, may you all be at peace and comfort knowing he is now with the Divine .
Much love,
Stephen

Stephen Corrado

October 16, 2008

Mayor Stubbs saw to it that Treasure Island was a wonderful place to raise a healthy ,happy family. This country could sure use a lot more men like him.

Norman Dayan

October 14, 2008

To Mayor Stubbs Family and Friends,

On behalf of the City of St. Pete Beach I would like to extent our heartfelt sorrow for your loss. Walter was a fine Mayor who cared for his town and the beaches. He will surely be missed by all.

God Bless.

Pamala Prell

October 14, 2008

Dave,
My prayers are for peace and comfort for you and your family at this sad time.

Tom Baynard

October 14, 2008

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