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Walter Lawler Obituary
WALTER A.
Age 44, of Mt. Washington, on Friday, May 26, 2006. Beloved son of the late Joseph L. and Deloris (Rabinek) Lawler; loving brother of Dee Wallace, Patricia, Cheryl Saunders, Barb, Janet Christensen, Elizabeth Christensen, Lynn Rush, Gloria Lawler and the late Joanne Kappler and Joey Lawler; also survived by nieces and nephews. NO VISITATION. Funeral Service Private. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council. Arrangements by WM. SLATER & SONS INC., Mt. Washington. 412-381-3345
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Betsy Chrisetnsen
May 23, 2024
With every passing day...and year...you remain so loved. I know that you embraced Dee when she joined our family in heaven. Love and miss you all so very much.
Elizabeth Christensen
September 5, 2020
Hey Walt. Thinking of you as my boys grow up and remind me so much of you. Their voices, mannerisms, humor, and most of all, their gentle natures make me remember you and smile. I love and miss you.
Bunny
Gloria Lawler
May 16, 2007
Happy Birthday Walt!
Love,
Gloria
Gloria Lawler
December 24, 2006
Walt,
Merry Christmas Eve, hee hee. Been thinking about you a lot lately. Danny called yesterday from Las Vegas, he sounds just like you. We all miss you very much. And Mom, Dad and Joanne, too. Kevin and I exchanged Christmas presents last night, he got me a turn table!! We listened to Reckoning. It sounds so much better than on CD. As usual, you were right! Even though you aren't physically here with us, you will always be in our hearts and in our thoughts.
Love you! MISS you.
Gloria
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Colleen (Gillett) Cochenour
September 6, 2006
Janet, Betsy, and Family,
I was so sorry to hear that Walt had passed away. I have such fond memories of him. We had a lot of fun during those crazy college years. Please know that you and in my thoughts and prayers.
Denise Overfield
August 30, 2006
Betsy and family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Denise Overfield and Terry Miller
Mary Ann Burdelski
August 18, 2006
So sorry to hear of Walt's death. He was such a nice guy. Always a pleasure to work with him at CCAC.
Mary (Bittner) Taylor
June 7, 2006
To the Lawlor Family:
My memories of Walt were many, but mostly how crazy & fun he always was. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sarah Linan
June 4, 2006
Gloria and Family;
Although I have been in Florida for many years my memories of Walt are many. He was a caring, loving and true person who will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him. I will never forget the memorable times spent dancing to the B52's, Salt n Peppa and ABBA. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers in this time.
Sarah Malone Linan
Deb Stempek
June 3, 2006
Gloria,
We were so sorry to hear about your brother, I'm sorry that we did not get to know him, Kevin has told us that he was a very nice guy. We are thinking about you and your family during this very difficult time. Lou and Deb Stempek
Theresa Buczynski
May 31, 2006
Betsy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Walt was a very special person. He had such a great sense of humor and will be missed. We shared some wonderful times growing up. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
JAYNE A RAY
May 31, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kim (Bittner) Andrews
May 31, 2006
Betsy,
Walt was such a funny, loving, wonderful guy who will be missed enormously. We had great times & can carry those memories with us always. May you take comfort in that he is in a better place. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Jen LaBo
May 30, 2006
To the Lawler family,
I have never had the pleasure of meeting Walt, but I am a friend of Gloria's. My prayers are with you right now during this most difficult time.
Sometimes we don't understand why God does the things that He does but be strong and stand firm in the knowledge that He loves you.
Margaret (Buczynski) LeMasters
May 30, 2006
Dear Janet, Betsy, Gloria, Lynn & Family:
I can’t imagine how difficult this is for you. Please know that you’re all in my thoughts and prayers. Walt was a vibrant, exciting, warm and wonderful person who influenced me in so many ways during those special years. He’s someone whose memory I’ll forever hold close in my heart.
Scott & Mary Mellendorf
May 30, 2006
Gloria & the Lawler Family,
Please know that all of you are in our thoughts during this time of sadness. We met Walt just a few times but each encounter with him made our day brighter. His wit and charm will be missed but never forgotten.
Tee Cee Furiga
May 30, 2006
Jan,
My deepest sympathy. I never realized Walt had such a large family. I'm sure you'll help each other through these difficult times. My prayers are with you all and with Walt. Love,
Jennifer Blythe
May 29, 2006
Gloria,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Although your hearts are heavy, may the Lord carry you.
Sincerely,
Lillian and Jennifer
Ed Gillett
May 28, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kim Norkevicus-Shenkle
May 28, 2006
The Lawler Family,
We are all so saddened to hear of you loss. My whole family will keep you in our prayers. May God bless and watch over all of you during this difficult time.
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