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Walter worked as an inspector for many years at BWX. He loved woodworking, making most the furniture pieces in their home. He enjoyed doing yardwork and just being outside in general. Most of all he loved spending time with his family. He was a former member of the Moose Lodge.
He is survived by his wife, children, Diana Burnett, Kerry (Tina) Shephard, James Jones, William Jones, and Shaynnon (Joe) Davis; nieces and nephews, several cousins and many beloved friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Jack and Jim; sister, Linda Biggs, and son-in-law Mark Burnett.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery on Blackford Road in Mt. Vernon. In lieu of flowers memorials may be left to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be left at denningfamilyfuneralhome.com
The family would like to send a special thanks to Dr. Anthony Stevens for all his care and love the past 11 years, and to Heritage Hospice for all their care and comfort.
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