Walter A. Cummings

Walter Cummings Obituary

Walter A. Cummings "Wally" Walter Aaron Cummings, 86, our dear father and grandfather, returned to his Heavenly Father June 1, 2008.Born August 31, 1921 in Portland, Oregon to George and Eva Cummings. Served in the US Army in the South Pacific during World War II. Married his sweetheart, Laura Farnsworth, in 1946; later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Worked for many years and retired from the Granite School District as a custodian. As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he served faithfully in many callings including ward finances, counselor in the bishopric, Bishop, Stake High Councilman, Primary teacher, ward missionary, stake employment specialist, temple worker and as a home teacher. He is blessed with a family who loves and respects him as well as many good friends and neighbors. He is survived by his children: Denna (Gary) Brown, Kearns, UT; Byron Cummings (Deborah), Eloy, AZ; 12 grandchildren and their spouses; 34 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife, Laura; son, Terry; parents; brother and sisters. We love him and miss him very much. Our many thanks to Diana and Bonnie at Sandy Regional Care Center, and to Debra, Nancy and those at Harmony Health Care who so lovingly helped care for him. Funeral services will be held Sat., June 7, 2008, 11 a.m. at the Kearns 7th Ward, 4270 W. 5700 S. Friends may call Friday, 6-8 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 South Redwood Road and Saturday at the church, 10-10:45 a.m. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Jun. 5, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Walter Cummings

11 Entries

Ron Halton

June 16, 2008

Walt was a great influence in my life. His influence and caring helped get me back to activity in the church.

Thanks Walt for all you have done for so many.

Best wishes to all the family.

Juanita Taylor Bird

June 7, 2008

Walt Cummings will be dearly missed by many people. Although the ward had been split when i was growing up, he was still very much a part of the 7th Ward and i will always remember his warm smile and he would alway make sure he made his way to say hello to everyone.
My deepest sympathy to the family and know that he his where we all attain to be.
Thank you Walt for you great example and teaching that you passed on to your family who in turn have also been great examples in their lives.

Ruth Cameron

June 6, 2008

I am sorry to hear of Walters death he was a very caring individual. He would come and visit us at Granite Credit Union and had lots of interesting stories to tell. My deepest sympathies are with the family.

CARL TAYLOR

June 6, 2008

Dear Cummings Family,

I am saddened to hear of the passing of Walt, but also realize he is in a better place...
He has been an influence in my life for over 50 years...
He was the first person I was a Ward Teaching Companion with....
I will always remember the kindness he emanated...
My Best Wishes...

Love Carl

Mary Halton-Adams

June 6, 2008

Walter A. Cummings, What a great man. His testimony of "doubling your fast offerings" has remained with me for decades...and has been quoted often.

Walt is one of my most cherished "object lessons." I have talked of him and his example at Sacrament Meetings across the United States, and always people love his story.

There comes to each life situations that "make their mark" and change peoples lives forever. Walt made his mark on my heart and was an example that changed not only my life...but many others...forever.

Thank you Walt Cummings.

What a wonderful day for Laura, Terry, my Mom, Jack and all the other 7th Ward members who loved him and have gone on.

My deepest sympathy to Denna & Gary, Byran & Deborah, your children and grandchildren. For you I know this wonderful man will be dearly missed. With love to each of you, and especially to you Denna. I love you.

The Shrewsbury's

June 5, 2008

Dear Family,

When we first moved to Kearns your parents were the first people we met. We have enjoyed many years of friendship with all of you. We will all miss your dad. We love you all and are here for you.

Richard Shaw

June 5, 2008

Cummings family

Your dad and mom were dear to me when I worked at Granite District. Your dad got me through some hard times when he worked with me at various elementary schools and your mom (who worked with me at Kearns Junior High) was a great person. Later when I became manager of custodial services at Granite your dad was a great help to me day after day. I am only sorry I hadn't seen him for over 20 years. He will be missed

Kari and Dan Smith

June 5, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies. We lived on the street just south of Walt and Laura for 15 years. We will miss them both. Though he was our bishop at one time, I remember him most as a primary teacher for one of my children. What a sweet man.

Trishia and Gregory McCandless

June 5, 2008

Dear Family,
We are sorry to hear of the passing of your father and grand-father. Walter was a gentle, caring person and will be missed. We enjoyed our visits with him at Ryan and Lori's house. During our visits, we became aware that he was highly respected and cared for by the Curtis family. We will miss him.

Don Haynie

June 5, 2008

I worked with Walt at granite it was a pleasure to know Walt.

Hilda Heaton

June 5, 2008

Dear Cummings Family,
I am sorry to hear of the passing of your father and grand-father. Walt was a best friend to many people and we all loved him. I am sure my husband Jim is having a good reunion with Walt. Bless your hearts at this sad time and know we are thinking about you. Keep your memories close to help you through this difficult time. What a good neighbor and friend, we will miss him. Love,
Hilda Heaton

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