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Walter E. Ambord

1930 - 2016

Walter E. Ambord obituary, 1930-2016, San Clemente, CA

BORN

1930

DIED

2016

Walter Ambord Obituary

Walter E. Ambord 85, passed away at his home in San Clemente, Ca. on February 19, 2016. Walt passed peacefully, surrounded by many of his children, grandchildren and his wife Bridget. Walt was born on September 25, 1930 in Doris, Ca. to Anna Johanna (Holzer) and Vitus Joseph Ambord. He was a successful businessman (Owner/Operator First Cabin Refurb Co) in San Clemente, and former Football Coach and Associate Professor of Physical Education at Pomona College, in Claremont for 27 years prior. He was well loved by many because of his huge heart and boundless energy.

A celebration of his life will be held Wednesday, March 9, at 1:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church, 435 N. Berkeley Ave. Claremont, Ca. 91711. A reception immediately following the service will be in the auditorium. The family is requesting that no flowers or donations be made. Burial will be private.

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Published by Daily Bulletin on Mar. 8, 2016.

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Kathleen Karrer-Lewis

February 20, 2017

Walt was a loving giving man with a smile that captured you. He was a gentle man and wanted what was best for all he encountered...I was blessed to know him for many years...will miss him at the family gatherings.

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