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Walter was the son of the late Walter Selma Ellis and Carrie Williams Ellis. In addition, he was also preceded in death by his daughter, Marsha Corrine Ellis; siblings, JD Ellis, Wilton Ellis, Woodrow Ellis, and Graham Ellis.
Surviving family includes his wife, Wanda Pope Ellis of the home; children, Kelton Batten (Loretta), Carrie Ellis Lanehart, Gary Dean McPherson (Lynn), Douglas Walters, III (Gracie); 16 Grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; siblings, Marie Ellis Merrit, and Dianne Smith
Walter served his country in the North Carolina National Guard, for 27 years, until his retirement. He was a member of the American Legion and a member of Porter Swamp Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 26, 2025 at 11:00 am at Worthington Funeral Home with Pastor Tim Moore and Pastor Roger Coffey officiating. Burial will follow in the Meares Cemetery, Fair Bluff.
Visitation will be from 10:00-10:454 a.m. prior to the service on Friday.
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