Walt Willms

Walt Willms

Walt Willms Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 3 to Jan. 4, 2011.
WILLMS, Walt (Ed) With broken hearts we share the passing of Walt after a brief but courageous battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis on January 1, 2011, at the age of 52 years. Walt was surrounded by his beloved fiance Deb Johnson, his cherished children Alicia, Matthew and Sydney, father Walter and his wife Jean. Dearest son to the late Maxine (1997). Dear brother to the late David (1990), Charles, Albert (Red), Michael, Mary, Bonnie, Delores, Kathryn. Walt will be missed by his many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Very special uncle to Michael and Kelly. Also loved by Deb's parents Barney and Marlene Benoit. Long-time employee of the Greater Essex County District School Board. Many special thanks to Arlene and Dirk for their kindness, compassion during this difficult time. Many thanks to Dr. Malus and the whole ICU Team of 3R Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital for their dedicated and gentle care of Walt. If you so desire, memorial donations to Ontario Lung Association would be appreciated by the family. Visiting Tuesday 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. at FAMILIES FIRST 3260 DOUGALL AVE. South Windsor 519-969-5841 At Walt's request, there will be no funeral service. Share memories, photos or make a donation at www.FamiliesFirst.ca "Hey Baby I know you will always be watching over me. Love you always, Deb"

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20 Entries

January 10, 2011

In our thoughts.
Sadie and Ray

Jody Prutchick

January 9, 2011

Debbie,
I just heard of your loss today.
You have my very deepest sympathy.
I'll keep you in my prayers.
Thinking of you...
Jody Prutchick

Karen Young

January 8, 2011

Debbie...
My deepest sympathy for your loss. I am so very sorry to hear this.
Thinking of you and the family.

walt willms

January 7, 2011

Alexandra Figaro Pillar

January 5, 2011

To Sydney and her family we send our condolences. May the memories you share help you through this difficult time.
Lots of love from Stephanie Alce and her family.

January 4, 2011

Thinking of you and the family at this difficult time. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Lots of love. xoxo

Sarah Seeger

Kelly & Fred Jamieson

January 4, 2011

You are in our hearts always. I will keep your kids in my prayers always. Hugs Mathew and Sydney!

I love u so much baby!!! In my heart forever and ever!!!!! xoxoxoxo

January 4, 2011

shannon buckley

January 3, 2011

Thinking of you all during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Shannon Buckley

Brad and Treena Johnson

January 3, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brenda Bennett

January 3, 2011

Thinking of you at your time of loss Deb....(hugs)

Jason Labbee

January 3, 2011

May God bless you and your family at this sad time

Tom & Bea Koukosoulas

January 3, 2011

You are in our hearts and memories forever.

January 3, 2011

Dear Deb and the Willms family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Glen & Cindy Kozmenski

Donna Rice

January 3, 2011

We are so sorry,our thoughts and prayers are with you.R.I.P Walt

Ian Kidd

January 3, 2011

Walter Sr and all of the Willms family. So sorry to hear of your tragic loss. Please accept our condolences and know that we are thinking of you.
Ian & Lyn Kidd (retired from GECDSB)

Henry Pereira

January 3, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

joseph spiteri

January 3, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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