Name: Visitation for Walter McCarty
Start: 2013-11-01T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2013-11-02T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Alpine Funeral Home - Fort Worth

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Walter Leon McCarty, 57, of Fort Worth went home to his Savior on Monday, Oct. 28, 2013. Memorial service: 5 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church of Lakeside, 8801 Jacksboro Highway, Lakeside. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Friday in Alpine Funeral Home Chapel. Walter was born to Bert and June McCarty on Jan. 20, 1956, in Dimmit. He attended Azle High School and graduated from Castleberry High School in 1974. He attended Tarrant County Junior College and was on the Dean's List for academic achievement. In 1976 Walter enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. He served in the Marine Corps for 12 years. In addition to his devotion to his country, he was a devoted husband to Cynthia, father to Heather and Nathaniel Leon, and foster dad to Vicki, Jamie, Dale and Eric Lewis. Walter met and married Ronda in 1999 and they established Patriot Pressure Wash & Striping. They worked side by side in the business. It was at a job site in Weatherford that Walt's life ended due to a sudden heart attack. He was doing the work he loved with the woman he loved at his side. Walter was preceded in death by his mother, June Austin; father, Bert; and brother, Lawrence McCarty. Survivors: Wife, Ronda McCarty; daughter, Heather Johnston; sons, Nathaniel Leon McCarty and wife, Rachel, Jason Riddle and wife, Mary, and Josh Riddle and wife, Paige; foster children, Vicki Lewis Waits, Jamie Lewis McPherson, Dale Lewis and Eric Lewis; grandchildren, Tazi, Scott, Jack and Eli Johnston, Peighton Berry, Emma McCarty and Skylar McCarty; sisters, Vicki Lynn Bolten, Laurice Reeves and husband, Richard, and JoAne Duke; many extended family members; and an amazing number of dear friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Oct. 31, 2013.

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November 18, 2013

Kojak...USMC callsign was one of the best. He really cracked us up during the squadron ready room banter. My mom really liked him, probably because she was a Texan. He was the first Dallas Cowboy fan I ever meet. Always saying America's team.
i enjoyed seeing him at the last two reunions. A real cool guy.
Norm

Andy Rice

November 12, 2013

Taffy and I were deeply saddened, yesterday, to hear of the news of Walt's passing. I served with him at VMO-2, Camp Pendleton, CA in the mid-1980's. I flew many missions with him in my back seat. He was one of the top Aerial Observors in the USMC. He never failed to take a challenge head on. I was blessed to call him a friend. Unfortunately, when he left active duty, and I moved to a new duty station, I never saw him again. But I have thought about him many times over the years, particularly when I have seen other former squadron mates and we relive stories about those days. Our prayers are with your family. Fair winds and following seas, Kojak. Andy "Amos" Rice, LtCol, USMCR, retired.

November 12, 2013

Rhonda and family,
I was honored to know and serve with Walt in VMO-2; we deployed together overseas. He was a great squadron mate and always kept the Ready Room alive. Walt lived so large that his departure necessarily will leave a tremendous void. Still we are filled with joy anticipating our reunion in eternity with our Lord...Jesus, the Christ.
With our love, prayers, and condolences...Stan and Honey Norquist

Manny Gratz

November 7, 2013

Lion Mortgage, Walt owned that business here in Fallbrook in the early '90's and I worked with Walt. He was quite the character, and our family will miss him.
Rest in peace.
The Gratz's

Charlie Burda

November 3, 2013

So sorry to hear of Walter's passing. He was a great friend and mischief maker in high school. And did we have fun water skying every morning before school. I just heard or I would have been at the service. Our prayers are with you
Charlie and Debbie Burda

Rich and Buddy Davidson

November 3, 2013

Our condolences to you and your family Rhonda. I am sure that we will all remember Walt for the lives that he has touched and for his service for our country. It was a privilege to know him for the last 13 years. You have both been great neighbors and friends.

November 3, 2013

I went to school with Walter he was a great guy and was always smiling. Prayers are with the family.

Emma/James

November 2, 2013

We will miss you Walt

Steve Smith

November 2, 2013

What a guy! I had grafitti painted all over several brick walls of a rental home and thought the house was going to have to be a painted brick house . What a life saver coming out to wash away all that just like Jesus came and washed our sins away! Can't wait to see your awesome smile again on streets of gold

November 2, 2013

We were privileged to have known you and loved you! We will see you again someday...! We love you Walt, Ronda and family.
Mr. and Mrs. Patrick Hughes

Lorraine Larrew

November 2, 2013

Saw you at the convenience store in Lakeside not too long ago, We chatted for a few minutes about our present and future, sharing about our families.
You were a good man. Thank you for your service to our country. Praying now for the peace that passes all understanding for your family.
Lorraine Larrew

Evonne Landers Cordell

November 1, 2013

So sorry that Walter passed at such a young age. We went to school together and he was a great friend. My prayers for the family.

James/Emma

November 1, 2013

Rhonda. So sorry for your loss Think Walt is looking down on all of the people he touched friends and family he left behind and giving that big smile of his if you need anything we are here for you just like Walt was for us We will miss him more than words can ever say or express just remember he will always be by your side and will always hold a special place in our heart till we see you again my friend and reunite again in heaven Will never forgot everything you did for us Thank you so much may god be with all your family at this time to help them heal and understand you will forever be with them

Tim and Wendy Bock

November 1, 2013

Rhonda,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Tim and Wendy Bock

Elle Hall

November 1, 2013

So heartbreaking to hear about Walter's passing. He was always smiling and had an encouraging word for those around him and always had a giving spirit. I see from his other friends comments that he touched many lives in his short time with us. God bless his family through this difficult time of sorrow. I will miss you my friend...

Harvey Rich

November 1, 2013

I have been blessed by your dedicaton to our Savior and how you served Him by loving people. It was good tobe on your team of ushers & serve with you at the Chapel Assembly of God church

Rosanne Schillings

November 1, 2013

Rhonda, I am so sorry to hear that Walt has passed. I didn't know until today. I was at church Wednesday & didn't notice you all there. Gosh, I am in shock. I can't imagine what you & your family are.going thru right now. It was so sudden. I am so glad you were there with him. You know he can love you from the other side.

Pat Parker McWhorter

November 1, 2013

I have not seen him in years but remember his devotion and kindness to his friends in HS. Have thought and wondered about him often. Praying for peace and comfort for his loved ones left behind. Walter you will be missed.

Abie Khalil

November 1, 2013

YOU will be missed! God bless, Our prayers with the family!

October 31, 2013

Walter was a wonderful guy to know at CHS. My husband once worked with him. He will be missed.

Terry Sherman

October 31, 2013

Walter was a great guy. Always had a smile for everyone. My prayers go out to his family and loved ones. God got a good one in Walter. God bless .

angela pilgrim

October 31, 2013

My deepest condolences and sympathies to your family.

Dorthell (Gray) McAlpine

October 31, 2013

Oh my gosh! I went to school with Walther, never saw him again after school, until 2 years ago. He showed up to my business to install a parking stop and I recognized him and we had a good chat. So, so sorry for the loss, but glad he had his wife and partner at this side.

Sherrell Hartwig

October 31, 2013

My prayers for the McCarty family during this time of unbearable loss and grief. Walter always had a smile on his face and a hug. I remember him so much as he was a close friend to my brother, DeLynn Welch, who passed on in 2008. When Walter was in the Marines he sent my mother some old silver napkin rings which she treasured and I still have. I know DeLynn and Walter are catching up and having a grand time. Walter was one of a kind. I'm so sorry for your loss, Sherrell Welch Hartwig

janet funk velasquez

October 31, 2013

Remember walter as a really nice guy in high school. You will be missed. Prayers for the family.

Horseshoes and volleyball will never be the same

Lisa Cruse

October 31, 2013

Always serving

Lisa Cruse

October 31, 2013

Burrows

October 31, 2013

The McCarty Family,
We were so blessed to have had Walt as a friend and neighbor. We will never forget his smiling face. Please know that we are always there if ya'll need anything.
Love Always,
Burrows Family and your friends at ABC

October 31, 2013

Terrific guy, remember him from CHS....great guy and always smiling. God bless his family and God give them peace....Pat Hovend Gestring, classmate

Eddie Aldaco

October 31, 2013

Peace be with the McCarty family. I too remember what a great athlete Walter was but more importantly what an awesome friend he was...always smiling...thank you for serving this great country sir...now Walter is in God's Marines...you'll be missed Capt.

We love and will miss this amazing man

Lisa Cruse

October 31, 2013

I have a million memoried that I could share, but the one I will mentione is this.After helping us move into our house, Walt noticed my son did not have a good tv stand for his room, which none of us mentioned, he just noticed. A couple weeks later, he called, he had purchased an entertainment center for him and delviered it to our door. He was a fixer, no question about it.
There are so many things we will miss about Walt, but most of all his loyal friendship. Walt left a giant fingerprint every where he went, impacting so many lives. I believe he is only just beginning to hear all of the "thank you's" for the lives he impacted and I know, someday, we will join him again. Until then, farewell our faithful friend.

October 31, 2013

Ronda, Jason & Josh, I was so schocked to hear about Walt, I just could not believe it. I am so glad that You all was at the Chapel Sunday and I got to see him. HE was a great man. He was always ready to help some one when they needed help. He will really be missed. All of you are in my Thoughts and Prayers.
Love you all,
Pauline

teddy jaco

October 31, 2013

Walt you may never know how much you mean to so many people. You will be loved and missed dearly by all. I will never forget everything you taught me. So many lessons on life in general. God bless Ronda and the rest of your family...

Michael Figueroa Sr.

October 31, 2013

May the Good Lord Bless the McCarty family. I knew Walter as a fellow classmate back at Castleberry High in 1974. I will always remember how fast he was when he ran Track. Nobody could catch him. He was one of the best athletes ever at Castleberry High. He was a good friend, he always had a wonderful smile and he always helped others. My sincere condolences, I will Pray the Rosary for the family, We will miss you Walter.

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