Walter W. Witchie Jr.
Walter W. Witchie Jr.
Obituary
Guest Book
Walter Witchie Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Walt was born April 10, 1950, in Elgin, Illinois to Walter and Evelyn (Hine) Witchie Salcedo. He was educated in Illinois and in 1978 moved to Iowa to follow his love, Kathleen. Walt owned his own business, Premier Finishes, as a commercial dry wall contractor and was highly respected for the quality of his work. Walt enjoyed fishing and loved to take his grandchildren with him. He loved his "farm" and planted a massive garden. During the harvest, family and friends enjoyed the fruits of his labor with salsa and pickled beets. Walt was an avid Cubs and Bears fan. His great grandchildren provided such comfort and happiness to his life.
Survivors include his wife, Kathleen Sanford; children: Halli (Kent) Sanford-Ryan, Joseph (Suki) Sanford, Sandra Long; grandchildren: Kirk (Katie) Ryan, William (Hannah) Ryan, Gabriel (Justine) Sanford, Paden Sanford; great-grandchildren: Henry Ryan, Julia Ryan, Abigail Ryan, Margaret Ryan; siblings: Ed Witchie of Indiana, Michael Witchie of Illinois, Jeff Witchie of Mexico, Adam Witchie of Florida, Dan Salcedo of Illinois, and step-brother, David Kirby.
Walt was preceded in death by his parents, brother, David Witchie, son-in-law, Lonnie Long, and his beloved dog, Hogan.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Rescue League.
Online condolences are welcome at www.IlesCares.com.
ARRANGEMENTS BY ILES DUNN'S CHAPEL
To send flowers or a remembrance gift to the family of Walter Witchie, Jr., please visit our Tribute Store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
2121 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50312
Make a Donation
in Walter Witchie's name
People and places connected with Walter
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Walter's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Walter Witchie's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
