Walter Joseph

Walter R. "Dick" Joseph

Walter R. "Dick" Joseph, 91, passed away peacefully at Primrose Retirement Community of Marion Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Walt was born September 5, 1934, in Fremont, to the late Walter Oscar and Elsie Blanche (Drown) Joseph. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Janeen L. (Hoover) Joseph. Walt is also survived by children, Debra Joseph, John (Kris) Joseph, and Susan Augustson; eight grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two grand dogs.

He was preceded in death by Don Joseph.

Walt was a graduate of Old Fort High School in 1952 and a graduate of The Ohio State University. He did roofing and farming in Seneca County and, for several years, was a school teacher and administrator. Following his Retirement from education, he worked as a real estate agent and auctioneer in Bucyrus. Prior to moving to Marion to be close to his family, Walt retired in Henderson, Nevada, where he and Janeen spent 27 fantastic years enjoying all that Las Vegas has to offer.

Walt served in the U.S. Army for two years and was a member of Delta Theta Sigma Fraternity, Bucyrus Rotary Club, and Bloomville Lions Club. Walt enjoyed woodworking, cheering for the Buckeyes, playing euchre and spending time with family.

Walt never met a stranger. His positive attitude was reflected in his familiar response, "Fantastic," when asked how he was. He was a wonderful husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa and brother-in-law. He will be sorely missed but always in our hearts.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Primrose Retirement Community of Marion and the caregivers, Breanna, Laura, Crystal, and Kamareah, from Cornerstone Caregiving, for their loving care and support.

A Celebration of Life Service will be Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 2 p.m. at Pleasant Ridge United Methodist Church in Tiffin. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until time of service.

The family suggests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Green Valley Presbyterian Church in Henderson, Nevada or Pleasant Ridge United Methodist Church in Tiffin.

Expressions of sympathy can be left at www.munzpirnstill.com.