Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Walter Stephenson Obituary
He was born March 27, 1947, in Ellwood City, the oldest son of Albert Ellis Stephenson and Dorothy Arlene Boyd Stephenson.
He married Mary Frances Johnson on Feb. 19, 1971.
After graduating from Butler High School and New Castle School of Trades, Walter was hired at Slippery Rock University, where he worked for 35 years until his retirement in 2003.
He enjoyed RV camping and square dancing with his bride.
Walter was known by many nicknames by those who loved him best, including Butch, Slim and Pappy. He was always first in line to help his friends and family, especially when it involved using his truck, tractor or trailer. He was the strongest man we knew.
Survivors include his wife, Mary, at home; two daughters, Jodi S. (Dennis) Sarver of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Julie M. (Daniel) Schultheis of Hillsville, Va.; a sister, Esther (David) Fennell of Saxonburg; a brother, Joseph (Rose) Stephenson of Prospect; five grandchildren, Jesse and Olivia Sarver, and Elizabeth, Joshua and Sarah Schultheis; as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
STEPHENSON - The family of Walter Albert Stephenson, who died Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019, will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home, 421 New Castle St., Slippery Rock.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Walter Stephenson
6 Entries
Ruth Durschinger-Mast
September 16, 2019
RIP Walt. We were fellow neighbors from
Whitestown and 1965 Butler High graduates.
May your family find peace in their memories and love you shared with them.
Stephanie Banjak
September 14, 2019
Mary and family you all have my sympathy on the passing of Walt prayers and hugs to you all.
bill cris schroeder
September 13, 2019
my deepest condolences to the family .
Melissa Benedict
September 13, 2019
Prayers, love and hugs
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Walter Stephenson's name
Memorial Events
for Walter Stephenson
Sep
15
Sep
15
Sep
16
How to support Walter's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Walter Stephenson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
