Walter Arnold Specht

1944 - 2024

Walter Arnold Specht was born April 8, 1944, in Longview, Washington to Clem and Amelia Specht. He left this world on August 10, 2024, surrounded by his family.

He was a lifelong resident of Cowlitz County and graduated from Kelso High School. He enjoyed flying airplanes, fishing, hunting, racing flat track motorcycles, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. After serving in the U.S Navy he worked for Specht Brothers Specialty Coatings for several years, followed by the Longview School District for thirty-three years, retiring as Maintenance Manager.

Walt married Marie Davis, the love of his life, on December 2, 1967, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Longview. They spent 57 years together making beautiful memories filled with love and laughter, and spending time with their daughter Jennifer, son-in-law, Erik, granddaughter Anneliese, cousins, and many, many wonderful friends. Walt could always be counted on to support his family, friends and community and keep email inboxes supplied with humorous jokes and commentary.

Walt was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church. He was a 45+ year member of the Longview Pioneer Lions Club and a Melvin Jones Fellow, also a 56+ year life member of Kelso-Longview Elks Lodge #1482.

Walt was preceded in death by his father and mother Clem and Amelia Specht, a sister, Viola Katherine, and his two brothers Clem Specht Jr., and Charles Specht. He is survived by his wife Marie, daughter Jennifer Specht Brannfors (Erik), granddaughter Anneliese, and niece Vicky Ohlman.

At his request no funeral service is planned, however in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church in Longview, Longview Pioneer Lions (PO Box 265) or Kelso-Longview Elks lodge (#1482).

Cremation has already taken place through arrangements by Dahl-McVickers. A celebration of life will be held in coming months.