Timothy Jay Walsh

Phoenix - Timothy Jay Walsh was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on October 12, 1940. Died at home July 6, 2018. Graduated St. Francis Xavier grade school (1954); Brophy College Prep (1958); Santa Clara University (1962). Worked at Walsh Bros. part time 1955 to 1962; full time 1962 to 2008. Rotary International member 1966 to 2015.

Predeceased by brother Richard Jr. 4/7/45; father, Richard Sr. 6/9/69; brother Peter 5/1/1985; mother, Nellie (Bradley) 1/14/95; sister, Jane Hebern 2/3/04.

Survived by nieces Sandy Bjorklund, Ricki Brannon (Mark), Terry Taber (Tom), Wendy James and Statia Whitis; nephews Richard J. Walsh III (Janet) and Peter B. Walsh Jr. (Karen); and 13 grand-nieces and nephews; as well as by cousins Debbie Blazer, David Lay, Bradley Lay (Leslie) and loved ones.

Friend of most he met. Loved a few deeply. Cared greatly for his fellow employees. Grateful to the many who assisted him in life.

ENJOYED the Upper East Verde, Payson and BEER.

Favorite saying, in good times and bad, "MORE FUN!"

Private services. Donations to Boy Scouts of America, Grand Canyon Council, 2969 N. Greenfield Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016-7715.

The relatives of Timothy J. Walsh promised him we wouldn't change a word of his self-drafted obituary. We are honoring his request here and only add that we loved our uncle very much and will miss him dearly.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Jul. 11, 2018.

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Sarah Harris

June 28, 2023

Uncle Timmy,
It has been 5 years without you next month and it still doesn't feel right or real. Devin still talks about how you used to see Waylon Jennings playing at bars. We still have your John Wayne cutout. I wish I had the experience of going to the rodeo with you. Thank you for the gift of growing up watching you and aunt wendy run walsh brothers, all of the christmas taffy and coins, and that infectious belly laugh of yours. It was always my favorite when I brought friends to the big cabin to walk down and see you at the little cabin. You always had a good story and a snack for the squirrels. We love Coors Light & the outdoors because of you and we miss you dearly. I hope Mikey keeps you company & that being reunited with great grandma nellie, aunt jane, and grandpa Pete is all you hoped for and more. We enjoyed you here but know you are in a better place, and hoping heaven is as pretty as the east verde. Love & miss you.

Mike Ekiss

August 31, 2019

My first post didn't take.
I am so sorry I didn't know of Tim's passing until now.
I was an early childhood friend in Phoenix and our families were very close. Timmy was my best friend then. After we moved to Colorado we would spend time in the summers at their cabins in Payson. Great memories riding around in the Jeep with uncle Dick.
I am so glad my family got to know most of them before Nelly, Jane and Pete passed away.
I got to spend time with Tim in the 80's at the cabins. That saloon I remember from the 40's was still there and we got to partake some of their beer.
Tim and I had a special bond because I was also a Navy pilot like his older brother Dick who was lost in a famous battle in WWII. I also spent time with him in the 60's at Santa Clara.
Tim you will be missed. Rest In Peace old buddy.

Michele Flick

September 10, 2018

My deepest sympathy to all of Tim's
Family and friends. I worked for Walsh Brother's for many years and always found Tim to be a great leader and caring man. On Tim's 60th Birthday I bought him 2 -30 packs of his favorite beer and a card that said "60 Beers for 60 Years".
I just learned of his passing a week ago and it saddened my heart. He was a good man and gave me the opportunity to work for him. My prayers to all that loved him and most especially his Family. One of Tim's favorite songs was "Trailers for Sale or Rent" by Roger Miller. Every August during the Payson Rodeo on our way home, and at TIm's request, we would go to what Tim called "Mars Landing", he would put his Roger Miller cassette tape in his vehicle and we would all sing together and of course enjoy a beer!

May you Rest in Peace Tim Walsh....gone from this earth but never forgotten...

Michele "Misa" Flick

tomand nancy abrams

August 25, 2018

8-25-18..........it was a very sad day in the abrams household to learn of timmys passing........tim and the whole walsh family will always be in our hearts....... tom-nancy-tommy- fred- ellen,

Carl Veenstra

July 16, 2018

Dear Family,

Marie spent ten years , and I spent 20 working for Tim. We each enjoyed those years with Walsh Bros.

Our sympathies are with the family and friends left behind.

The best,
Carl and Marie Veenstra

Ron Frantz

July 14, 2018

Sorry to hear of Tim's passing. I had the pleasure of working with Tim during my time with Steelcase. He was a true professional who loved the people who worked for Walsh Brothers. To all his surviving family members please accept my sincere condolences.

John Spider Laush

July 13, 2018

I remember bowling for Walsh Brothers in the 80s. It was always the 9PM league. First at 19th & Bethany and then out to 59th & Bethany. Tim always came out to cheer us on and a have a beer. You will be missed.

John Mueller

July 13, 2018

Tim always had a smile on his face and something good to say every time I saw him. More fun for sure.

Jane Fernandez Stephens

July 12, 2018

My memories of Timmy are of one of my dearest childhood friends. We were 4 months apart and our families were very very close. I would walk down the street to pick him up for school and in I would go and aunt Nellie would be tying his shoes. Off we would go to st. France's. I would get to go to the mountains in iron springs. That was my birthday present. I have loved him forever and have him on my prayer list for years. Now I will pray for his beautiful soul. I am sure the Angels came to take Timmy home to Jesus. Heaven is delighted.

In Jesus love and mine

Jana bananas ( that's what uncle dick called me.)❤

Debbie Blazer

July 12, 2018

Thank you Cuz for taking good care of all of us for all these many years!
We will miss you greatly. RIP TIM. Love Debbie

David Lay

July 12, 2018

He was a great guy to have a beer with you. Always looking out for the friends and
Family he was hanging out with. I am going to miss him dearly. The times at turkey
Weekend around his birthday are unforgettably the best times! Rest In Peace TIM

Deborah Blazer

Sent Flowers

Sheri Novkov

July 12, 2018

Tim, you are missed. I am sure you are enjoying a cold beer along a beautiful river with Loida and Craig and many others! Thank you for taking a chance on me as a high school intern. I owe my career to You and Dave Petroff!! More Fun for sure!! This community is a better place because of you. Thinking of your family and wishing them peace. Much love, Bruce and Sheri Novkov

J W

July 11, 2018

May the entire family find peace in knowing that God cares for your family. May wonderful memories and friends help you in these difficult times. 1 Peter 5:6,7

July 11, 2018

will miss good ole friend.
John Baer

Eric J. Halvorson

July 11, 2018

RIP fellow Brophy grad.

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