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Walter Menges Obituary
76, of Phoenix, passed away peacefully at home on April 15, 2017. Walter was born on April 22, 1940 to Walter Menges Jr. and Lorraine Brown in LaPorte, Indiana. Walter came to Phoenix with his family in 1958. He served in the U. S. Army Special Forces as a medic. He worked as a surgical technician at Good Samaritan Hospital while attending Arizona State University. He worked for many years in information technology as a salesman. Upon retirement he began his most meaningful and rewarding second career as a volunteer CASA for children in Maricopa County. Walter was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Jack Menges. He is survived by his wife, Patricia, his daughter Tracy, and extended family. Walter was a devoted and loving husband and father and is missed beyond expression. Walter had insatiable curiosity for all things in life. He never met a stranger. He was a life time enthusiast of model airplane building and flying. He loved people and Airedales. No services are planned. The family requests in lieu of flowers any contributions to be made to, Voices for CASA Children Inc. P.O. Box 51085, Phx. 85076 or to Gompers Habilitation Ctr. 6601 No. 27th Ave. Phx. 85017.
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Esther Zufelt
April 26, 2017
Walter was an amazing mentor with a heart of gold and a lot of love to give. Although I did not know him very well, my encounters with him were always positive and informative. He was passionate about what we do as CASAs for foster children, and he will certainly be missed by his CASA family.
Patricia Thompson
April 22, 2017
Walter was one of the leaders in our new CASA training last year. The stories and experiences he shared about the difficult kids he has worked with was inspiring. I was so impressed with the difference he made in the lives of those he touched, even though at the time he said he felt like he wasn't. The CASA program has lost a great mentor, teacher and hero. Rest in peace!
lou Baldwin
April 21, 2017
I have known Walter for years as a fellow CASA. i am shocked about his passing as I just saw him last month. Walter was always engaging, was always upbeat and willing to share his expertise especially about his teens
The CASA program will surely miss him.
Many thanks to his family for sharing him as a CASA for the many years he served
Todd Abelson
April 20, 2017
Walt was a hoot, especially when I went on sales calls with him. Big eyes, and always a "back up plan". I guess he learned that in the Army. I never knew about his Special Forces background. Selling computers must have been a piece of cake after his military service. He had a nice car too! The first guy I knew in the 80's that owned a Porsche Turbo Carrera with the "whale tail". RIP Wally!!!
Laurann Cook
April 20, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with Walter as a CASA and I have never met a more caring, kind,
dedicated man. Walter had a hard time saying
"No" to taking new cases and working with older
youth. He was so knowledge of services that could be offered to those youths in need to help make their lives better. He always told his cases the truth and took no excuses for bad behavior but one could always see his patience and genuine care for
these troubled teens. The CASA organization is indeed correct when they say we have lost a HERO!
Thank you Walter for making a difference in the lives of so many! We miss you!
Estelle Wallace
April 20, 2017
Walt was such a kind soul. I worked with him at DEC. He was always willing to help others in the office and shared his positive outlook. Thanks to Walt for his years of selfless service. My prayers are with his family.
Debbie Joy
April 20, 2017
I worked with Walt at DEC back in the '80s and he always had a positive and happy attitude. I saw him most recently at a DEC reunion lunch and he still had his cheerful approach to life. He will be missed.
Renae Schwichtenberg
April 20, 2017
Always a kind word and a smile from Walt. We worked together for many years at DEC. My thoughts and prayers are with you. No doubts... ;-) Walt is smiling down on all of us...
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