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for Walter COLBATH
ANDREW DULCIE
September 28, 2017
I would like to say Walter was an extraordinary person. He had a special gift to communicate with all types of people especially with young people. I felt he was like a second father to my children, influencing then in such a positive way through the Boy Scout Of America. My family and I love and respected Walter very much. Such a great loss to soon, we will miss you Walter Colbath. Our sincere condolences go out to the Colbath Familiy.
Senior Pic, Class of '74 PBGHS
Sue Dussault Morgan
September 18, 2017
My high school friend and swim team buddy. You will be missed Wally! God Bless your family during this hard time. You are gone too soon! With love and many great memories, Sue & Rick Morgan
Bill Dunham
September 8, 2017
I have very fond memories of "working" (lifeguarding) with Wally at the NPBCC many years ago. I moved to Dallas in 1980 and regret not staying in touch. He would light up a room, was a fun-loving, trustworthy friend and never met a stranger. The world would be a much better place with more people like him. Prayers and condolences to his family.
Godspeed, Wally!
Robbyn Jackman Sarvas
September 7, 2017
God Bless your family Walter. I remember your smile and friendliness in high school.
Rich Dunham
September 7, 2017
Wally was always Happy. He was a blast to work and hang with!!! I took my driver's test in his old Chevy Vega. He will be missed.
Paul Kashden
September 7, 2017
It was a pleasure to have known and worked with Walter. He had a perpetually up demeanor and a dedication to help those around him. He certainly will be missed.
Luann Domschke
September 6, 2017
So sorry, Kristan, to read about Wal's passing. We all had such fun times working together at the Renaissance Hotel in Long Beach and our many dinner parties with our husbands and bosses. I'll always remember Wal's sense of humor and easy going attitude. I know you'll miss him and so will Carl and I. Love to you and the boys.
Calhoun Bob
September 5, 2017
Awesome person and always with a smile helping others. He will be missed
Bill Keeton
September 4, 2017
My sincere condolences to the family. Wally worked with me as a lifeguard when we were young at the NPBCC pool. My first wife and I stayed with him in CA on our honeymoon in 1975. He was one of the best people I have ever known. He was always happy to see you and lend a hand and never judged a very rare quality in these days. We had reconnected a couple of years ago on FB and knowing I still surfed he always sent my surfing videos from the web. He always did the little things that made one feel special. I will miss him and his yearly phone call selling Christmas trees for the scouts. Heaven is a better place today now that he is there. RIP brother and know that when I think of you it will always bring a smile. God Bless you Wally.
Barbara D.
September 4, 2017
My condolences to Kristin, the sons, Judge JC, and the entire Colbath family. We are in mourning. Walter is someone who had so much love and "joie de vivre"--he made each of us feel like we were his best friend. I will miss him greatly. He was one of a kind.
-Barbara
Maiyury Diaz
September 3, 2017
You'll always live in my heart, is hard for me to believe you left us but I have to get strength and believe you are an Angel now, a Special Angel I have in heaven.
You touched so many lifes with that unique, happy and helpful spirit that you had. You'll always be in my heart, the Eagle like I used to called you, ready to help anybody in need.
My deepest condolences for Chris, 3 boys, parents, brother and sister and the whole family! All my love and prayers! Maiyury
Terry Rowe
September 3, 2017
Jeff,
Sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Please accept my condolences and pass on to your Dad my condolences.
Eunice Baros
September 3, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to the family of a special and loving man.
Fondly, Eunice Baros
Michael & Cathy Holleman
September 3, 2017
Wally was a wonderful source of light and laughter. No matter what the situation, he brought smiles to everyone wherever he was.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this sad time.
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