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Walter Bingham Obituary
Family-Placed Funeral Notice
WALTER O. BINGHAM “Wally”, 59, resident of Lake Worth, FL for 28 years, passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2007 while vacationing in Lyndon, NY. Wally served in the Navy aboard the U.S.S. Coral Sea and was on active duty during the Vietnam War. However, Wally was best known for his excellent work as a drug and alcohol abuse therapist at the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Drug Farm. Wally is survived by his loving wife and soul-mate of 38 years, Rebecca A. “Becky”, father-in-law, Lewis P. (Norma) Piccioli, in-laws Rick (Sue) Morgan, Sheri (Al) Novitt; two nieces, Michell (Danny) Leonard, Jessica Sue Morgan; step-children, Kelly M. and Kevin T. (Kim) Ryan, Kathy A. (Michael) Geier; six grandchildren, three grandnephews, puppies Smokey and Acey, and lifelong friend Carol Riordan. Memorial donations to Hospice of Palm Beach County where Wally volunteered are appreciated. A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Please E-mail [email protected] for details. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries
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Memories and Condolences
for Walter Bingham
Sponsored by Dennis and Cathy Bodofsky of Alabama.
Kris Foyle
August 27, 2024
Still think of you at least once a week you were a gift to anyone who cross paths with you. Thank you for the memories.
Kris Provenzano
December 13, 2023
One summer gave with you and Becky gave me some of the best memories of my life.... Thank you Walter Orville Bingham and Becky
Trish
November 4, 2022
Happy Heavenly Birthday.
You are so missed by so many
Tom Ryan
August 27, 2022
Happy heavenly Birthday to a fellow Vietnam Vet and Friend,
T
November 4, 2021
Happy Heavenly Birthday
Trish
April 12, 2021
Miss you and our talks SO much... wish you were here❤
Trish
April 12, 2021
Thinking about you guys so much lately. Really miss our talks .. wish you were here❤
January 9, 2020
Miss you❤
Dennis Bodofsky
December 28, 2017
A person would always have a good time being with Wally no matter what was going on.
Another year another time still thinking of haircuts at the barber shop with Wall
Nothing going on when we went in but when we would leave everything was going on.
Trish
September 14, 2016
Calling on you and your angel friends today..
Dennis Bodofsky
May 2, 2016
Hey Wall, Always here never forgotten.
Dennis Bodofsky
May 27, 2013
You are a great man and a best friend miss you always.
Jill Mixon
September 26, 2007
Becky,
We were shocked to hear about Wally. You and your family have our deepest sympathy. Not only were you Dennis's best friends, but we considered you ours as well.
If there's anything we can help you with in Alabama, please don't hesitate to call us. Look forward to seeing you.
Nathan, Jill, Jared, and Megan
September 24, 2007
Dear Becky,
We have been so sad to hear of your loss. We wish the best for you, and hope you will find peace. Sounds like so many of your family and friends are pulling through. We hope to see you in WNY sometime soon.
Love, Wendy, Kate, Ande and Skye
Uncle Wally testing the toys!
September 23, 2007
Christmas 2006
September 23, 2007
Unle Wally and Max
September 23, 2007
Uncle Wally and Baby Troy
September 23, 2007
Morgan and "Santa"
September 23, 2007
Jesi and "Santa"
September 23, 2007
Michell and "Santa"
September 23, 2007
Michell and Uncle Wally
Michell Leonard
September 23, 2007
My Uncle Wally,
There are no words to express my sorrow and shock over losing you, yet there aren't enough to tell you how special you are to me and my family.
I have such great memories of you dressing up as Santa for me, then my sister, then my own son, Morgan. You were always ready to entertain with the dancin' lady tatoo and the ol' suck the eyeball up the nose trick (Troy's favorite!). I am especially grateful that you and Aunt Becky came to stay with us over the holidays last year. Having you there to watch my kids open their presents on Christmas morning (and test drive the toys!)is something I will never forget.
No holiday or family gathering will ever be the same without your unmistakable laughter as you and my dad have your traditional, good-natured banter.
These are just some of the countless great memories of you that I will always cherish.
I love you and miss you,
Michell Leonard
Gary & Renee Hanley
September 23, 2007
The more I've learned about Wally, the more I've found to admire. We were just getting to know him better since he & Becky started summering in NY. We were looking forward to having them around here for a few months, spending time together and gathering with family.
I mentioned to Wally & Becky that mom could use a ramp so she could more easily access her garage. The next thing I knew, there they were building two ramps and refusing to take any money from her, even to cover the cost of materials. It's amazing how much of a difference those ramps have made in mom's life. When we had a crisis this summer in my own family, Wally was one of the first people I contacted. He counseled us a couple of times and it made such a big difference to have support & knowledge from such a compassionate, non-judgmental and experienced person.
I envy those of you who were able to spend more time with Wally. His kindness, gentle spirit, generosity, and joy made him the type of person people gravitated towards. We mourn the loss of this beloved man.
Wally's Famous "Impish" Grin
September 19, 2007
daniel kuzmick
September 18, 2007
to my dear friend
you gave me hope that i could change my life for the better
you were a father figure to me
thank you
Rick Morgan
September 18, 2007
Wally,
It is only now I can begin to express myself.
We are brothers and I love you for all the goodness in life you represent to so many. A quick smile, a hardy hug and a gentleness unlike I have ever known.
Your great stories, with just enough truth to be believed, reflected that "larger than life" personality. Your booming voice mixed with that impish grin will be remembered by all who knew you. Especially, by the many you helped along the way, each, no doubt, better off today for having met you.
Rest easy, we'll take good care of Becky, Smokey and Acee. I promise.
I love you brother and I'll see ya on the other side.
Ana Maria O'Connor
September 17, 2007
Bakey.
When you lose someone so close to you,is like loosing part of your self.I know that right now you fell lost,but I just want you to know that,we are here for you.With love.
Ana& Brian.
Sue Kissin' On Wally's Cheek
September 13, 2007
Wally, Michell & Danny (Forefront)
September 13, 2007
Wally & Rick - Their First Time Skiing
September 13, 2007
Sue Morgan
September 12, 2007
Dear Sister Becky,
I have no words...but I have this photo which right now is somehow very special to me.
On my last visit with Wally in ICU, I lifted his head and I told him that I loved him but that I had to go back to Florida for now. He turned his head, opened his eyes all the way for the first time, and mouthed back to me "I love you too Babe." Some may say he was chewing on his tube but I know better.
I love you with all my heart and will always be there for you.
Wally is helping others now as he always did. He'd not only give you the shirt off his back, he'd give you the skin too if you needed it.
Jim Higgins jr
September 10, 2007
Dear BECKY
Im so saddened to hear about the loss of Wally , he sure was a special guy. I was blessed to be able to work side by side with him for many years at palm beach iron works, and I learned much of what I know today about steel fabrication from him and I am greatful. He stopped by the shop a couple years ago to say hi to us all and he seemed to be so happy at this point in his life , It seemed we did a lot of catching up in a short amount of time and that was cool.I have a lot of great memories of him going way back to that little sail boat that meant so much to him,and the name WALLY etched in the concrete at the shop , I could go on and on.I allways admired his dedication to his family and his willingness to help others in need, he will be greatly missed, I guess heaven needed him to come home. May GOD Bless you with comfort that passeth all understanding at this difficult time.
On behalf of palm beach Iron Works
the Higgins family. sincerly Jim Higgns Jr.
September 10, 2007
Dear Becky,
We are sorry for your loss. We loved Wally and will always remember him with a smile. He was truly one of a kind.
Love,
Kevin, Kim
Shane, Caitlin and Brenna Ryan
Lockport, NY
Wally, Michell, & Rick
September 10, 2007
Lu and Steve Piccioli
September 10, 2007
Becky:
We are both saddened by the news of Wally’s death. We were very thankful that you and Wally came to our wedding; it gave us a chance to get to know you both. The leather wedding album that Wally made us will be forever cherished. Love Lu and Steve Piccioli
Dennis Bodofsky
September 9, 2007
There are no words to describe the loss of my best friend. You have taken a part of my heart with you I know it will serve you well. Take care Becky see you when you get home.
Love you
Dennis and Cathy
Nita and Robert Romesberg
September 9, 2007
Becky
We are shocked and saddened to hear about Wally's death. Our hearts and hugs to you. He sure was a special guy and loved you dearly. He and Greg are now stirring things up in heaven. Scary huh.
Jessica Morgan
September 9, 2007
I know that I have already signed, but I wanted to share a few things with friends and family of my Uncle Wally:
I am lucky because I have two first memories of him. I would like to share them both as well as the last time I got to be with him.
My first memory of Uncle Wally was when I was a little girl. I remember Uncle Wally dressing as Santa. He walked over to me all dressed up and I looked up at him and said, "Hi Uncle Wally!" He couldn't fool me. I loved him too much. The next memory I have of him was when Grandma Dorothy passed. I sat next to Uncle Wally and he held my hand at the service. He always thanked me after even recently and told me how much he appreciated me being there for him when his mother passed. I had a very special and close realtionship to Uncle Wally, which brings me to my next story. About 2 weeks before August 31, I had recieved a text message on my cell phone from him. I taught him how to text me so we could always keep in touch when he and Aunt Becky moved to Alabama. He said, "Hey Babe! Just wanted you to know I am thinking about you and that I miss you and love you very much. I can't wait to see you for Thanksgiving." It always meant so much to me to get those. It was very special to me and I will never forget it. Thank you Uncle Wally for always being such a wonderful man to look up to. I love you so much.
Love, Your Lil' Darlin'.
David Brodie
September 9, 2007
Becky & Family
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mr.Wally will be missed and loved by many,and forgotten by few.
What he was able to teach me, I will remain forever grateful.
Jesi & her Uncle Wally. Christmas '05
September 8, 2007
Eddie Pierce
September 7, 2007
i love you uncle wally.. your larger than life.. ill never forget you. "bahamas"
Eddie Pierce
September 7, 2007
i love you uncle wally.. i love you so much.. "Bahamas"
Uncle Wally & Eddie 1986
September 7, 2007
Jessica Morgan
September 6, 2007
I love you Uncle Wally, I always will. You will always be a hero to me. I will miss you incredibly.
Aunt Becky, I am here if you need me. Jason is too. We are both so sorry. If we can do anything, please let us know.
We love you,
Jesi and Jason
Al & Sheri Novitt
September 5, 2007
Beckey
We Love you and will stay clsoe
Love Al & Sheri
Trisha Pierce
September 3, 2007
Becky-
We are SO SORRY.
We love you so much! You know our thoughts are with you always.
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Tom Ryan
September 2, 2007
Dear Becky: My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. I was so sorry to hear of your loss.
Wally & Mom
September 2, 2007
Grandpa, Mom and Kevin
September 2, 2007
Grandpa, Kathy, Kelly and Burke
September 2, 2007
Grandpa and Nicole
September 2, 2007
Grandpa, Shane and Burke
September 2, 2007
Grandpa, Shane and Burke
September 2, 2007
Captain Wally in 1980
September 2, 2007
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