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Walter Satterthwaite Obituary

SATTERTHWAITE, JR.


Walter B., died Sunday, May 20, 2007 at his home. He was the husband of Jackie Dougherty Satterthwaite sharing 13 years of marriage. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Walter B. and Helen Lukens Satterthwaite. Walt attended Germantown Friends School in Philadelphia and was a Graduate of Franklin & Marshall College with a degree in Geology.
In 1977 Walt started his own environmental consulting com-pany known as Walter B. Satterthwaite Associates in West Chester. Walt had many passions in life at the top of his list was his antique classic cars. He also enjoyed collecting and drinking wine, gardening, sailing, traveling; however, his life long attraction to Bailey Island ME, remained his favorite desti-nation. In addition to his wife he is survived by 3 children, Walt, Kristian, Anne; 4 grandchildren and one great grandchild. Relatives and friends are invited to his Memorial Service, 12 Noon, Friday, May 25, 2007, at DELLAVECCHIA, REILLY, SMITH & BOYD FUNERAL HOME INC., 410 N. Church St., West Chester PA (parking on premises), 610-696-1181; www.drsfh.com. Visitation 11 A.M. to 12 Noon Friday at the Funeral Home. Interment will be Private.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on May 22, 2007.

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Martha Cavanagh

May 17, 2008

I think of Walter so often...and I'm sure he's making heaven a better place. He was an inspiring and wonderful man.

Ted & LeeAnn Satterthwaite

May 28, 2007

We don't know Walter, but would like to send our sympathy to you.

Peggy Lauer + Phil Meuse

May 24, 2007

Our sincerest wishes of love and healing to Jackie, and Walt's entire extended family. We are with you in spirit. Walt's humor, sharp wit and generosity are legend. He loved life, and will be missed.

with deep sorrow, and gratitude for knowing Walt,

Michael Satterthwaite

May 22, 2007

Deepest Sympathy to his wife and
children in their great loss of their husband, father, grandfather,
great-grandfather and MY BROTHER and
BROTHER IN LAW, Love, Mike & Joyce

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