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Peter Walch Obituary
He was born February 1, 1937, the son of John and Helen Walch.
He leaves to cherish his loving memory his wife, Judy; and sons, Peter and Kevin; grandchildren Kaitlyn, Samantha, Stephen and Laura. He is also survived by his siblings, John Walch, Elise Wilson and Kathy Kincaid.
He was loved and admired by many for his generosity, kindness, intelligence, and business sense.
He loved taking care of his family and celebrating life with many family friends. His love of golf, boating, politics and the Green Bay Packers and work will be remembered by all those who knew him.
A "Celebration of his Life" ceremony will be held during the summer in Ephraim, WI, date yet to be determined.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Ephraim Foundation (in memory of Pete Walch, P.O. Box 165, Ephraim, WI 54211) and Bjorklunden, a Door County, WI property owned by Lawrence University, at http://morelight.lawrence.edu/GiveNow.aspx and click "Give Online".
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Joe Cunius
April 3, 2011
I have never met a person that has made such a positive impact on so many people's lives like Pete Walch. He was an extremly generous and caring man with a tremendous zest for life and spirit to help others. The Boys & Girls clubs,numerous community and civic organizations,the steel industry, Ephraim Foundation,Lawrence University and so on are ALL better off today because of Pete's unselfishness and dedication to making such a meaningful contribution.
You went out on top Pete ! Thanks for the memories........
My deepest condolences to Judy,Pete Jr.,Kevin and their families. Joey
William Kamuchey Whipp
March 17, 2011
March 17, 2011
Jimmy Hanley, who likes to keep us all mindful of each other... even to this very day, informed me of Peter Walch. My brother Peter Kamuchey played on the other end of the Riverside H.S. football team from Peter Walch. Even though I was just a freshman when they were seniors, I still remember Peter Walch (and also his brother John). We sometimes forget how much of an impact some of us make upon others... and from what I am reading in this guest book... Peter Walch was one of those individuals.
My condolences to the entire Walch family.
March 15, 2011
Pete was a great friend and a wonderful man to work for. He was full of business ideas to the very end and was greatly respected in the steel processing industry, with good reason. I will miss him!
March 12, 2011
We are grieving the sudden loss of such a wonderful friend of over 45 years. Pete will live on in our hearts and we'll never forget his marvelous memory for jokes. We can hear the laughter from heaven. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Judy and the family. We will see you this summer.
Bill and Marcia Koshollek
Jerry Pines
March 11, 2011
I knew Pete Walch for over 40 years both as a friend, a partner in business and a mentor. Nobody will ever forget his love of life, his family, his wonderful stories and his sense of humor. In the face of adversity he was always calm. In a time of need, he was always there. My fondest regards to his wife Judy and the boys and their family. I am certain that everyone whose life Pete touched will mourn his loss for some time.
Becky Reiter
March 11, 2011
Pete will always be a part of my memories. He was a great man who enjoyed life. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family at this time of loss.
Doris Stringer (Cole)
March 9, 2011
I very much enjoyed working for Pete, such a gentle man, of which I held a great respect for. RIP Pete.....my condolences to the family.
Kim Williams
March 9, 2011
Pete was a great boss and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to Judy and family.
Jeri Church
March 8, 2011
Many fond memories of working for Pete. I have only admiration and respect for such a powerful man. Condolences to his family, my prayers are with you.
R.I.P. Pete! We ALL loved you!
March 8, 2011
JUDY AND FAMILY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. PETE WAS A TRUE FRIEND AND WE WILL MISS HIM. WE HAVE SPECIAL MEMORIES OF OUR TIMES TOGETHER.
WE ARE SO SORRY AND KNOW THAT HE WILL LEAVE A VOID IN OUR LIVES'
NICK AND SHERRY OLUVIC PALM COAST, FL.
March 8, 2011
Pete was truly one of my favorite persons. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with Judy and the rest of his family. Peggy Spengler and Jim Anderson
John Bottos
March 8, 2011
Working with Pete were 14 years of a good time in my life. Judy and family you are in our thoughts and prayers always.
JohnnyB
Bonnie Koshollek
March 8, 2011
I will always remember the fun times we
had back in the sixties with Judy & Pete
and Judy you are in thoughts and I am so
very sorry for your loss.
Jerri Joseph
March 8, 2011
Pete was a great man that I deeply respected and held great admiration for. He will be missed but not forgotten. Judy and Pete, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mitch McGah
March 8, 2011
Pete was a GREAT person. He taught me quite a bit about the steel business. We'll miss you Pete.
Nancy Keefe
March 8, 2011
Pete will always be thought of as my favorite boss.
He will be greatly missed by many. This is very sad news.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Judy and family.
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