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Walter Keske Obituary

KESKE, Walter Elmer "Wally," 77, of Gibsonton, Fla., passed away peacefully Friday, May 20, 2011. He was born October 20, 1933, in Milwaukee, Wis., to Walter G. and Eleanor L. Wally owned Alafia Marine Inc. for a number of years. He also loved traveling, boating and fishing. Wally was preceded in death by his two sons, Michael and Robert. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Esther; sons, Mark (Michelle) and Randel; daughters, Donna Barkley and Deborah; seven grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and his beloved dog, Cotton. Funeral services will take place at 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 25, with visitation one hour prior, at Hillsboro Memorial Funeral Home, Brandon, Fla. Wally will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, donations in Wally's name may be sent to the Alzheimer's Association, www.alz.org.

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Published by TBO.com from May 23 to May 24, 2011.

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