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Walter Sawallich Obituary
Walt was born on Dec. 22, 1951 in New Haven, son of the late Walter and Lauretta (Wetmore) Sawallich. He owned and operated J.R.'s Hauling in Wallingford. He was employed by Tayco, Artic Trucking, and Tony's Trucking. Walt was a former cub scout leader and a board member of the Wallingford Recycling Committee. In his spare time he was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed model railroading. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Wallingford. He also enjoyed the camper he shared with Susan in New Hampshire.
He will be sadly missed his loving companion Susan Haag, of Wallingford. Three children, Tonia Sawallich, of Wallingford, Christopher Sawallich, of Portland, and Melissa Sawallich, of Wallingford. He also leaves eight beloved step-children, Lee, Wayne, Kym, Heidi, Bruce, Jason, Melissa and Kevin. He leaves his aunt Gladys Griffith, of Wallingford; along with a brother, Wayde Sawallich, of New Hampshire; and a sister, Wendy Worcester, of Maine. He also leaves 12 step-grandchildren; along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends may call on Friday, July 27, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the B. C. Bailey Funeral Home, 273 S. Elm St., Wallingford. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 28, at 11 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Wallingford. Those attending the funeral are asked to meet directly at church. Interment will follow at In Memoriam Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Diabete's Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. For directions or to leave a message of remembrance, please visit
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Memories and Condolences
for Walter Sawallich
melissa and tom lambrecht
July 20, 2020
i will never forget to remember you...you are ALWAYS in our hearts, blood, and souls, miss you so much!
Jack Connors
August 21, 2012
So Sorry.As Wayde called me, Sunday, I Never Heard,,My deepest condolances to the Sawallich Family.. Im usully Not caught for Words,But what a Shock,when Wayde Called,!!, We All had some GREAT Memories,, as I allways felt Part of the Family,,And Walters Father,Walt Sr. I felt was My Second DAD!,Wish i had More to Say,But Ill miss ya Pal,,,Jack Connors.
August 2, 2012
Our deepest sympathies go to Sue and Walt's families. It was sad to hear that Walt was taken so soon.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robert Kohl & Marie Ruffoni Higgins
Judy Barillaro
August 2, 2012
I am so sorry. My late husband and I were active when Walt's parents were, at the church.
My condolences......
July 31, 2012
My condolences go out to Sue and the family. Walt was a great man as every one knew. He was always there for every one. He loved to talk.....We would pass each other maybe once or twice a year, but always caught up on who did what and who did do what etc...i'll always remember you Walt as you were.
Marsha Vezina
July 27, 2012
Sue and Family,
Our sincerest sympathy goes to you all at this extremely difficult time.Walt was a wonderful man and would have done anything he could to have helped others,not many like him.Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and he will always be you.-The Shurbert family
Clayton Macbeth
July 27, 2012
Dear Susan and Tonia,
I am so lost for words, My deepest heartfelt sympathy for Walters Family and Friends. He was such a loving Man.A good man.
anthony biafore
July 27, 2012
My sincerest sympathy th all in the sawallich family. Walt was a good man.
Michelle Kline
July 26, 2012
Sue:
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. He will always be there for you, remember that.
Dottie
July 26, 2012
So sorry to hear about your loss. I went to school with Walt. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
July 26, 2012
Dear Sue: My daughter and I send our heartfelt sympathy to you and your families in the loss of your beloved companion, Walter. May the love and hope which is in Christ Jesus, sustain and comfort you all in your unspeakable grief, sorrow and loss. Most Fondly, Terry and Amy Zolnik
Jean Tassmer
July 25, 2012
Sue, Tonia & family- my heart goes out to all of the family in the loss of Walter. he was a great friend to me and i will always remember his great outgoing personality. he was always there to listen when i needed to talk to someone.if you needed any kind of help he was there.Walt left us all way too early in life but his memories will be with me forever. may he follow the path to heaven in peace & comfort and know i will always be thinking of him.let us all celebrate his life, wipe away our tears, and thank him for being a part of each one of our lives in one way or another. may you rest in eternal peace Walt..God Bless
janice gelo
July 25, 2012
so sad to hear of walt's passing, he was always there for anyone who needed his help and had a heart of gold he will be missed...my thoughts and prayers are with susan and walt's children
July 25, 2012
Our Deepest Sympathy go out to Walt's kids and family.
~George , Marcia Hollister and family
Westbrook Ct.
Melissa and Tom Lambrecht
July 25, 2012
I am numb to the thought of you passing... Who will be there when we need a hand, a friend, or to hear a good joke? Walter you are an unbelievable man and god must feel the need to have you by his side. Say hi to grammy,nanny and grampa. Give them all a big hug and kiss. I will miss you more then you will ever know. Rip
Ronni Killam
July 25, 2012
Walt and I went to school together and he was one of the first boys I ever dated....I send my condolences to his family and friends....
Kelsey McMullen
July 25, 2012
I will always have fond memories of Walt. My thoughts are with you all.
Eileen Hunter
July 25, 2012
RIP my friend. Sending my sincere condolences to this kind hearted man's family and friends
Dawn&David Lochowski, Art,Trudy&Zack Gayton
July 25, 2012
Walt,you will be sadly missed. you were always someone we could rely on. In all the years we knew each other either as our neighbor,friend or when we needed help with something we knew we could always count on you. Our thoughts,prayers and deepest sympathy go out to Susan,Walt's kids and family.
Melissa Coratelli
July 25, 2012
Walt, you will definitely be missed. To his family, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dean Loucks
July 25, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Walt's family. We shared some great times as members of the Wallingford Truckers Assoc. years ago. I enjoyed the conversation I had with him at this years Daffodil Festival. Rest in peace my old friend.
Jeff & Elaine McDunnah
July 25, 2012
Our deepest sympathies on the tragic loss of Walt, he was a good man, who worked hard his entire life, you could always count on him if you needed a helping hand. The memories of our good times together will live on. We will miss you Walt. Rest in peace.
Paul & Nancy Tracanna
July 24, 2012
Dear Walt, this is our prayer to you. We hope that you know that no matter whether we saw each other once a year, once a month or daily, we always knew that we were friends. We have so many happy and funny memories and we already miss you. We both know that we will meet again with you in heaven for more good times. Rest in peace, dear friend!
Paul & Nancy Tracanna
July 24, 2012
Walt, this prayer goes out to you in Heaven. Whether we saw each other once a year, once a month or daily, we always knew that we were your friends and that you were ours. We can't believe that you are gone from this world. As we think about old times and happy memories, we know that we will meet you again in heaven. We will miss your unique personality, wonderful sense of humor and true true friendship. We know that we speak for so many more in this community, but for us, we will miss you and remember you with joy and laughter and the utmost respect for you. God Bless you Walt!
Paul Merola
July 24, 2012
To Walt's family,
You all have my deepest condolences for the loss of Walt. I have known him since our high school days at Lyman Hall. He was always fun to be around and you could be sure to have a lively conversation with him. He liked to talk trucks when we saw each other and some of those conversations would eventually take us back to the high school fun we had.
Sorry to have him leave us, he is in a better place.
Tracy and Richard Vissicchio
July 24, 2012
Tonia and Family,
So sorry on the passing of your father.Remember he lives on in your heart forever everytime you have a memory of the good times with him and now you have an angel watching over you now.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Tracy and Richard Vissicchio
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