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for Walter Bahr
October 19, 2019
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the Family's..My condolences..
Kat
May 4, 2019
My deepest condolences for such a great loss.
December 20, 2018
He was a good soccer player he saved his team for the World Cup he made his team win and he a was a good profesional soccer player I wish I can play like him may he Rest In Peace
Francis Wittorf
September 17, 2018
I have never met Walt,but my Mother Caryle Lawrence,has been childhood friends with Davies for 90 years,and she always talked about Walt with fond memories.Peace be with you.Francis Wittorf
William Rosenburgh
September 10, 2018
He taught me the elementary backstroke in 1957 at Camp Acadia. Then swam next to me as I did the laps doing the elementary backstroke to pass the deep-water test. I was grateful for that. I swim for conditioning to this day.
A few years after that in 1963 he challenged a group of Juniors at Acadia to a game of Volleyball. He, against a gang of us 12 & 13 year olds. The rules were modified such that while we played normal volleyball, he had to make all the returns using his feet; soccer style and he could have one bounce of the ball on his side. What a tour de force.
After he trounced us, he picked up his clipboard and went on his way. Such strong memories and feelings and more.
Lou Uhler
June 30, 2018
Aunt Davies and cousins I am so sorry to hear about uncle Walt he was a great guy. Whenever I would see him he'd make cracks about my Iggles and my philly accent. I have fond memories of picnics at Grand Moms in mount holly and watching AFC football games at your house when we would visit on a Sunday, he tried to teach me soccer but no luck he will be missed.
Love
Louie
June 29, 2018
A wonderful guy , giving so much to so many.
RIP Walt.
Sharon & Tom Helm
June 28, 2018
We extend our deepest sympathies.
Frank Lynch Jr
June 28, 2018
Mrs. Bahr and Family:
My dad, Frank Lynch, asked me to provide his condolences as he is no longer able to write. My father grew up across the street from Walt on Rorer Street in Kensington. He remembers Walt as an outstanding athlete, not just in soccer but in anything he tried. More importantly he remembers him as an outstanding friend and one of the finest and most upstanding people you could ever meet. He remembers that the first vacation he ever had was with Walt and his family from Rorer Street to Wildwood. He has never forgotten that kindness. He would often accompany Walt to soccer games, although he much favored playing baseball and basketball. He became a soccer fan to witness his friend's great talent. He smiled when he recalled that he could never forget Walt's birthday, given the date, and that they were born about three months apart.
They still would see each other occasionally after each was married, but their meetings became much less frequent after the move to Boalsburg. Those good memories my father has from the days in Kensington remain firm and pleasant after all these many years.
May your memories of a life very well lived help to sustain you with the loss you have suffered, and the fact that others have Walt and you and the family in their thoughts and prayers provide some comfort. God bless!
Frank Lynch Jr.
Eagleville, PA
June 26, 2018
My deepest sympathy goes out to Davies, Casey, Chris, Matt, Davies Ann and the extended Bahr family. In the 1960s I was in my 20s when our paths crossed at a summer camp in the Catskill mountains and would continue for a number of summers to come. It was there that I observed the interaction of Walt and Davies as they worked with children of all ages and, especially, with their own kids. It is impossible for me to just remember Walt without the other members of his family and I believe others' at OLL &
Acadia would say the same.
Walt helped me to become a better educator, coach and husband by just observing how he worked with other people. Over the years I have called upon many of Walt's witticisms
and good natured fun when dealing with my own children and now their kids; they love it!
Davies, I would observe you and Walt interacting in many camp situations and you both displayed respect and compatibility with each other that I hoped I would experience some day. I believe you helped me smooth out some
rough spots in the road of life.
As I close, I would like you to know that the Camp crowd is presently learning of Walt's passing and I'm
sure you will be hearing from them.
Thank you Walter Bahr for many great summers filled with good memories.
God Bless!
Bob Roman
June 24, 2018
Casey and family; so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Soccer in heaven is now richer. Our prayers are with you, Bud Granger '70; 14th Company
Butch mathes
June 23, 2018
Coach Bahr was a great player, teacher and coach.I know that his impact on my life, as well as other players on our teams, was profound. He was a true role model. I went into education and eventually coaching because of Mr. Bahr. I am saddened by his passing but I can again see him leading the US team again in the next game against England on the field in the sky. My thoughts and prayers are with the Bahr family. Butch Mathes
June 23, 2018
Beloveds, truly saddened to hear about Walter Bahr's passing. His fine legacy will surely be remembered. I hope to meet him in Paradise! Luie23:43
June 23, 2018
I am sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of need
June 23, 2018
My sincere condolences to the Bahr Family. May The God of all comfort give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.
Bruce Doubleday
June 22, 2018
As a classmate and company mate of Casey Theresa and I express our dearest condolences. The greatest measure of who we are after we pass is our children, they are our reflection and our enduring accomplishment. You know you and your wife did well Sir.
Bob Barton
June 21, 2018
Mr. Bahr was my basketball and soccer coach at Frankford High from 1964-1966. As the son of a single mom without many male role models Mr. Bahr treated me the way any son would want to be treated with patience, tolerance and understanding. Years later after serving in Viet Nam, I graduated from both Penn State and Temple (his schools). With my wife and four kids, I went on to teach Kinesiology (Phys Ed) and coach (his profession) for 34 years at Penn Ogontz (now Abington).
As a city kid from K&A and Juniata, I would never have succeeded in life without Mr Bahr's guidance. Many of my accomplishments over the last 54 years started with meeting, playing and certainly learning important values from Mr. Bahr.
I know I just one of thousands of kids he's motivated and inspired.
Thanks, Mr Bahr. You'l never be forgotten.
June 21, 2018
Please accept my condolences on the loss of your love one.
Duncan MacEwan
June 21, 2018
Thoughts are with Davies,Casey,Chris,Matt,Davies Ann and their extended families..Mr Bahr remained 'coach" to so many of us over the years and I for one owe him more than I would ever have been able to repay...RIP my friend
June 21, 2018
Mrs Bahr, Casey, Matt, Chris, Davies-Ann and the extended Bahr family,
We are so very saddened to hear of Coach Bahr's passing earlier this week. Coach taught so many of us how to play the beautiful game beautifully. But more importantly he taught us how to live our lives with humility and dignity. We learned so from Coach. He was a brilliant coach and a thorough gentleman.
Please accept our heartfelt condolences at this sad time.
Niall Harrison and all of the Harrison Family, Sligo, Ireland
June 21, 2018
From the Norwegian connection at Penn State. Thank you for everything
Thomas Greve
Jan Skorpen
Einar Dale
Dorothy Somers (Nanoski)
June 21, 2018
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Father, he was a great man, my father John JUKE Nanoski was a great friend with Walt, he also is in the Hall of Fame, he talked about your father often and said he was as great player and a good friend and taught him alot about soccer Dad passed away in 2011
cyrus hunter
June 21, 2018
Joe's got your 4 some togeather. Save some tee times for the rest of us
Jim Coleman
June 20, 2018
My condolences to the Bahr Family, he was a Philadelphia and US soccer Icon. I was lucky to have had the opportunity to meet Mr. Bahr over 45 yrs ago, a true gentlemen.
Richard McHugh
June 20, 2018
Prayers for the Bahr family.Husband, father,, soccer player and coach. I long admired him and his sons.
Deborah Rhodes
June 20, 2018
I am saddened to learn of your loss. Peace be with you at this difficult time.
Sue Adams-Gibbs
June 20, 2018
The Adams Family in Feasterville remembers him well. He had a good run! God bless and prayers for your peace...Casey, Chris, and Matt n families.
Barb & Hal Heffelfinger
June 20, 2018
Our deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to all on the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and a true icon in the world of football (soccer) and life.
Mike Reilly
June 20, 2018
Matt, Chris, not sure if your going to read this, however, my name is Mike Reilly, my brother is Tom Reilly, you guys were in the same graduating class 1978. I will pass along your loss. my prayers are with you and your families at this most difficult time. Sorry for your loss
Bob Ganskopp
June 20, 2018
I have many fond memories of Coach Bahr from his days at Frankford HS. He was always an inspiration.
Chris and Matt used to come into the football lockeroom. They would try on my helmet. That could have been them looking to their future!
My condolences to the family. Enjoy the memories!
Bob Ganskopp
June 20, 2018
Everything your loved one was...kind, honest, caring, wise, thoughtful, loving..lives on in the hearts of friends and family who will never forget. So sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort sustain you during your grieving process.
SUEANN
June 20, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Julie Jobe
June 19, 2018
Walter was one of a kind. I looked forward to working with him at every year at the NSCAA convention. He always had a smile for me in the morning and kept me going through the day with his endless jokes and stories. I will treasure all of the memories. To the family, my deepest condolences. You are in my prayers.
Harry Simpson
June 19, 2018
Godspeed Walter, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Austin and Anita Penecale
June 19, 2018
Please accept our condolences!
June 19, 2018
Late 70's Memories of the wonderfully joyful way that Walt and Davies taught us what real Social Dancing with the right partner should look like !
Austin and Anita Penecale
June 19, 2018
To the Bahr family,please accept our condolences!
June 19, 2018
My condolences to the Bahr family. May the God of peace help you endure this difficult time.
Bill Murphy
June 19, 2018
Sorry for the passing of Walter Bahr. Lou Uhler introduced me to Walter many years ago and I played soccer with his sons down in New Jersey.
June 19, 2018
To the Bahr Family, Our condolences on the passing of Walter. My dad played soccer with him in the 50's and always spoke highly of him. Walter actually got me autographed photos of Chris and Matt when they were with the Bengals and Steelers. Rest in Peace.
Peter Grossmann
Cornwall, NY
Tom Keenan
June 19, 2018
Mr. Bahr taught us all valuable lessons, about not only soccer but life. How a gentleman conducts himself, on and off the field, how to give back to the next generation and his genuine interest in his former players lives.He will be missed but always remembered by all those that had the pleasure of knowing him.
Rest easy Coach
Greg & Elizabeth Garlick
June 19, 2018
Sorry for your loss. Prayers to your whole family.
Joe Donato
June 19, 2018
Chris, Matt and Family,
Very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. A special guy and true gentleman.
A. T.
June 19, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the love of family and strength in the caring words of friends.--Proverbs 16:24.
June 19, 2018
May those mourning find comfort in kind words, fond memories and the peace of knowing God will soon reverse the effects of death forever.
Bill Crowley
June 19, 2018
Very sorry for your loss. We just lost a legend.
Glenn ,(Herk) Warner
June 19, 2018
Coach Bahr was the epitome of a coaching gentleman! Many wonderful , memorable hrs were spent in my parents living room with members of the Bahr family. Our families were entwined thru the world of soccer, with son Casey playing for my dad at the US Naval Academy, while his brothers played for their dad Coach Bahr at Penn State. Our hearts are saddened by his passing, condolences to his wonderful family. RIP, Coach
Kim
June 19, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May fond memories and the love of family and friends comfort you during this difficult time. Jeremiah 29:11.
MARY NICHOLSON
June 19, 2018
We will miss a good friend. A friend with a unique and talented sense of humor.
June 19, 2018
I will miss the best golfing partner I ever had. Hit it long and straight with Joe and Pat. To the Bahr clan SORRY YOU HAVE LOST A GREAT MAN.
TOM LIERNAN
June 19, 2018
Condolences to family and friends.
June 19, 2018
Walter had many successful years of life, his family and friends can be comforted by his great memories. My condolences for your loss.
leonard mazzei
June 19, 2018
Condolences....Great Man for Soccer....
Terry Kish Skidmore
June 19, 2018
Davies Matt and Chris,
Walter will always be a giant with that twinkle in his eye. My sympathy to you and your family.
Lee
June 19, 2018
Dear Bahr family we offer our sincere condolences.Make God your stronghold during this difficult time.
June 18, 2018
My condolences to the Bahr family. Coach taught many of us a lot about life. He will be missed....
Charlie Hoffner
June 18, 2018
To Chris, remember "Coach" from our days at Neshaminy and then PSU. He was a great, great man and a legend. I think I( only had the great pleasure of speaking to him once while we were in Langhorne but recall he was gentle, enlightening and encouraging. May he rest in eternal peace and God bless you and your entire family.
June 18, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived, and look toward a future with you loved one again.
June 18, 2018
My sincere condolences are with Mr. Bahr's family and friends.
June 18, 2018
To the Family of Mr. Walter Bahr:
Our hearts are saddened and sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather. May the God of tender mercies and all comfort be with you all during this very difficult time now and in the days to come. Agape' Love.
.
M.M., MS.
Bill Gilger
June 18, 2018
Sincere condolences to the Bahr family as I read the sad news of Coach Bahr's passing on Philly.com. Had the privilege of having Coach Bahr for a phys. ed soccer class at PSU. Having never played before,I found him to be a great teacher and extraordinarily kind and patient with me. I will never forget him kneeling on the grass at Jeffrey Field helping me look for my two hard contact lenses that flew out when I headed the ball in a drill. Great instructor, great storyteller and a great representative for the sport of soccer. Really, a great all-around guy who seemed to love coaching, was proud of his family and had a fantastic sense of humor and wonderful outlook on life that I recall fondly from just one trimester a long time ago. God Bless all of you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Bill Gilger PSU Class of 1979
S F
June 18, 2018
What a special life, my condolences to the family, may God comfort you at this difficult time and may the memories of time spent with Walter continue to strengthen you.
E C
June 18, 2018
The span of our life is 70 years or 80 if we are especially strong. Time and unexpected events overtake us all. Psalm 90:10
Carrillo
June 18, 2018
God will reward all others who similarly keep integrity to him. May you be filled with strength and courage.
June 18, 2018
My heartfelt condolences and prayers for the family and friends of Mr Bahr. May God provide comfort and strength during this most challenging time. Walter was truly a brilliant and accomplished man of integrity.
June 18, 2018
Please accept my condolences during your time of great loss. May you cherish fond memories to cope with the pain from day to day. He was a great soccer coach. Take note of the comforting words at 1Thessalonians 4:14 which states: "For if we have faith that Jesus died and rose again, so too God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep in death through Jesus." There is hope of seeing your love one again. Until then, may God massage your heart and help you cope with this loss.
IS
Lynne Kerry Pierce
June 18, 2018
Mrs. Bahr..I'm sending condolences on behalf of my mom, Jane Kerry. She's in a nursing home, and I have relayed the news of Walt's passing. Mom values your friendship through the years, and thought the world of both you and Walt. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Davies Ann, and the boys.
Lynne Kerry Pierce
Glasgow, KY
June 18, 2018
Walt Bahr was among the greatest collegiate soccer coaches in U. S. history. I learned all I know about coaching from him --and about one third of what he knew. Even more importantly, Walt was a true gentleman, a ideal sportsman, and a model for playing the game and living your life as it should be led. My condolences to the Bahr family--I'll play my trumpet for Walt one more time.
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