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Walter Henry Hulsenberg

Resident of San Jose

Sept. 16, 1935-Oct. 19, 2011

Walter passed away peacefully at home, after his long battle with Cancer. He will be missed dearly by his family and all those he touched.

Walter born in Brooklyn NY, to the late Henry and Elfriede Hulsenberg of Germany.

He spent his first 4 years in Germany as a child then returning to Brooklyn, NY. Walter graduated from Pace University where he studied Law, Architecture and Accounting. His professional career found him working for American Airlines as an Accounting Controller for 26 years, before joining Qantas Airlines as Financial Accounting Vice President of the Americas for 18 years.

After retiring from Qantas, Walter returned to American Airlines where he worked part-time in the Admiral's Club at San Jose Int'l Airport. His love for the Airline and love for travel afforded Walter and family to travel the World.

Walter enjoyed interacting with all those he came into contact with, whether within his professional or private life. He volunteered his time to Son's-in- Retirement, and being a member of Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church.

He is survived by his wife Marilyn of 53 years, their three sons and wives. Glen (Joy Hirose), Guy (Josie Selga), and Gary (Leanne Barrette) and Grandson, Barrett Hulsenberg. Step-Grandchildren, Peter, Christopher, and Jonathan Bade.

A Memorial Service is scheduled for Nov. 19, 2011 at 2:00PM at Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church, 13601 Saratoga Ave., Saratoga, CA 95070. A reception will be held after the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Saint Andrew's Episcopal Church or Hospice of the Valley.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Nov. 11, 2011.

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Helena Jacob

November 23, 2011

I worked with Walter in the Admirals Club, I always loved his confidence n advice, we all miss u Walter.

November 15, 2011

I met Walt and Marilyn (my friend Glen's folks)in 1980, and 25 years later I had the unexpected pleasure of working with Walt. I loved his honest opinion - I never had to ask "How do you really feel?", Let's smile and thank God for a wonderful friend, Fran Oliver

November 11, 2011

Dear family, I loved working with Walt, (what a character) he definitely was the cat with nine lives, love to you all, Susan Paradiso

November 11, 2011

Dear Walt and family, I miss that twinkle in your eye when you gave us a laugh ! Love, Pamelina Garcia, Admirals Club

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