James-Walter-Obituary

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James Frank Walter

Hammond, Louisiana

Dec 30, 1943 – Dec 15, 2020 (Age 76)

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BORN
December 30, 1943
DIED
December 15, 2020
AGE
76
LOCATION
Hammond, Louisiana

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Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Homes & Crematory - Hammond Obituary

James "Jim" Frank Walter, of Hammond, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on December 15, at the age of 76. He was born December 30, 1943 in Gainesville, Texas, to the late Joe and Anna Walter. Jim grew up working in his father's lumber yard. A Texan at heart, he had the ability to fix anything,...

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Jim Walter and his wife the former Marguerite Dansereau, were classmates of mine at the University of Dallas from 1962 to 1965/I later saw Jim and Marguerite at
the 25threunion of the UD 1965 class.I did not hear about his passing until I received the US aLUMNI tOWER magazine in mid June of this year. With my deepest sympathy to Marguerie and the family/ Requiescat in Pace
Donald Nelson

With my deepest sympathy to Marguerrite and family. I received the sad news several months ago from the UD Tower magazine. Requiescat in Pace, Donald Nelson, UD Class of 1966

Tom and I can only echo Martin's words. We will remember Jim for his passion, his idealism, and his kindness.

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Please accept our heartfelt condolences, Margeurite. Jim was truly a gentleman and a scholar. Southeastern's English Dept. was most fortunate to have him among its faculty for so many years. He raised the standard for us all, and he was a most-valued colleague. Jim will be greatly missed.

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My uncle, Jim Walter, was the kind of uncle that a niece could look up to and admire with amazement. Some of my memories include his visits to the farm and hiding Easter eggs for us. I always felt in awe of his intelligence and how he would sit and listen to someone’s question or opinion, then cock his head as he thought for a minute and then deliver the most intelligent response in a quiet but masterful voice. He was a true gentleman and a true gentle man. I loved his humor. I loved the...

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Alan,

My deepest condolences on your father's passing. I had the chance of meeting your Dad one day on my way from UD to visit you. I know he will be deeply missed. You and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Your friend,

Bill