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Walter A. McCain

Walter McCain Obituary

WALTER A. McCAIN DEC 24, 1920 - NOV 30, 2010 Age 89, of Salida. He was born in Mineola, Texas to Ocie (Hinson) and William McCain. He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Wilbert, Lillian, and Betty McCain. Walt is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Betty Dean Ford, sons Ronald (Patricia), Harold (Teresa) and Michael (Charlotte). Walt and Betty have 18 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. Two great grandchildren preceded Walt in death. Walt served In the Army during WW II. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served for 20 plus years as a worker In the Oakland Temple. Walt enjoyed fishing, woodworking and tinkering in his yard and garden. He retired after 35 years as a carpenter working on many bay area structures including Candlestick Park. Viewing will be held Saturday, December 4th at 12noon, services at 1pm, 4300 Dale Road, burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. www.modbee.com/obituaries

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Published by Modesto Bee from Dec. 3 to Dec. 5, 2010.

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December 4, 2010

To Betty and her family we would like to send our sincere sympathy in the loss of your husband and father. We have very fond memories living in the Hayward 2nd ward so many years ago. Phil and Vonna Butler were so sad to hear of Walt's passing as well. We hope that our Heavenly Father will bless and comfort each of you as you mourn this great loss and especially during this holiday season. With love, Grant and Lynn (Butler) Maughan

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