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Walter Lee Champlin
1937 - 2018
Walter Lee Champlin
1937 - 2018
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BORN
1937
DIED
2018
Walter Champlin Obituary
- - Walter Lee Champlin, born June 6, 1937 in Endicott, New York. He was a devoted husband, father and Papa. Walter was also a veteran who served in the United States Marine Corps from 1955 to 1959 as a military policeman. He is Predeceased by a daughter, Leilani Champlin on May 4, 1979 and granddaughter Jessica Champlin on November 1, 2001.
He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Donna, who will miss him forever; two sons, Walter L. Champlin Jr. and wife Mary of Camden NY, Jeffrey Champlin and wife Brenda of Wylie, TX; his daughter Cathy Thomas and husband Timothy of Mesa, AZ; a sister Gail (Joy) Abernathy of Catasauqua, PA. He was a loving grandfather of 5 grandsons: Corey Mock, Jessie Mock, Joshua Mock, Andrew Champlin, & Marty Findlay; 3 granddaughters: Brandy Ekelman, Michelle McCusker, & Alissa Champlin; and 17 great grandchildren.
Walter loved to hunt and spend time with his family. He was a man of few words, but showed love in his own silent way. Walter loved his wife and spending time with her more than anything. May you rest in Peace.
A Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, Friday, November 2nd at Bunker's University Chapel, 3529 E. University Drive in Mesa.
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October 31, 2018
My Deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends. May the comfort of our heavenly father who is our Rock & Stronghold give you peace and in this time of grief. He is our shield and the God of refuge. Psalms 18:2.
Vaughn Swank
October 31, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss and hope that you can find comfort in knowing that you can find comfort in knowing that the God of all comfort is with you during all of your trials.
October 31, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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