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Walter Poff Obituary
93, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Friday, January 24, 2025, at the James A. Haley Veterans Hospital Hospice in Tampa, Florida. Walt is preceded in death by his sister Jeanetta Fauth (Paul), his brother Paul Poff (Linda), and his daughter Linda James (Kirk). He is survived by his wife, Cecile; his children, Thomas Poff (Olena), Stephen Poff (Bobbie), Deanna Poff Lanier (Chip), Michael Poff (Allison), Patrick Poff (Nicole); his sister, Barbara Hall (Jerry); 16 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at 10 am on Monday, February 3, 2025, at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 17512 Lakeshore Rd., Lutz, FL 33558, followed immediately by a funeral mass at 11 am and a reception in the Parish Hall. Walt will be interred with military honors in a private ceremony the following day at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell. Instead of flowers, donations may be made in Walt's honor to St. Timothy Catholic Church or the Wounded Warrior Project. For full obituary please visit: https://www.legacy.com/link.asp?i=OB57389491&utm_source=copiedlink&utm_medium=ppn_confirmation&utm_campaign=share&utm_content=ppn_obit
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Tim Eckley
February 7, 2025
Tim Eckley, Walt was the a definition of a true gentleman, I will always remember his kindness to everyone and his story´s. I was lucky enough to play many rounds of golf with Walt and proud to be part of the foursome with, him, Jack, and Don in many St. Timothy´s golf tournaments.
Cody & Maggie
February 3, 2025
Cody & Maggie Marcel
Walt we will always remember your warm, kind, loving personality. It is a grate tribute to you to see your family continue the wonderful love you celebrated with us all. As military men we had a special bond and I loved talking with you at son Michael's home on many a hollidays
Dr J Wayne Phillips
February 2, 2025
Met one of finest gentlemen of my life through the power of the Shroud of Turin. Now he knows its secrets.
Kathryn Lamoureux McAuliffe
February 2, 2025
So sorry to hear about the passing of such a kind and loving man. He was always welcoming to your home..He and Linda are together in heaven.
Patrick Poff
February 1, 2025
Carol Pazos
January 30, 2025
I am very sorry for your loss. At the same time, recognizing how blessed your family is to have had your father with you for so long. My love and prayers are with tou and your family.
Charles Williams P.E.
January 29, 2025
Walt was a very special friend that I discovered about 25 years ago. I found out he was related to Julius Poff and Father Pius Poff who lived in St Joe, Indiana and where I parents purchased land and built a home back in 1963. We had many memorable discussions of his days there in St. Joe and his time living on the Knobs. Walt helped me with a number of Hillsborough County School track projects where paint markings were a problem and for that I will always appreciate this time professionally sharing his great corrosion knowledge. But what was most important to our time together was his strong belief in God. That was a beacon I needed in my life and will always pray for him. Rest in Peace Walt.
Greg Lemen
January 29, 2025
Walt Poff was a fantastic father figure and a great man. I was lucky enough to be friends with his son Pat and witness Walt's grace and skill up close. I will never forget the time we test drove a car when Pat and I were so eager to get behind the wheel at 16 years old. Long story short, we ended up in a ditch on that test drive due to inexperienced driving, and Walt handled it calmly and with superior grace as he explained from the passenger seat what not to do when driving (as all three of us sat at a 45 degree angle to the right in that car in the ditch). Funny moment but grace under pressure personified Mister Poff.
Michael Gaines
January 28, 2025
I first met Walt's smile over 30 years ago after becoming good friends with his son Pat. Behind Walt's smile was an inner confidence of Faith that permeated through every interaction I had with him and his family. Our family has been blessed to have benefited from our many times together watching football and basketball games, always learning some life lessons along the way. The legacy he's had speaks for itself, and I know his love for God is what will live on through his family.
Audrey Ficca
January 28, 2025
I am very sorry for your loss. At the same time I recognize how blessed you are to have had Walter in your lives for so long. What a gift his long, and well-lived life has been! Our love and prayers are with each of you.
John Ficca
January 28, 2025
Mr. Poff is a wonderful man - a Godly man with a big heart and a bigger smile. His legacy is his children and grandchildren. And they are an awesome legacy to leave behind. In this crazy world we need more Poff's in our lives. Thank you for leaving us your legacy, Mr. Poff. The world is a better place because of people like YOU.
Aiden Poff
January 28, 2025
Love you, Grandpa.
Bamboo poles and bluegill, with hooks and balls of bread.
Golf, McDonalds, family gatherings and music.
Chess, hugs and always supporting me.
Never could beat you in Ping Pong- we'll have to have a rematch later.
It'll be one for the ages.
Until then!
Greg Caminiti
January 28, 2025
We used to play chess all the time! My best friend's dad!
Pat Poff
January 28, 2025
Debbie Swinford
January 28, 2025
Walt greeted us in the family warmly and loved my daughter Heather She married his Grandson John Poff. He was a warm loving man and it was an honor for Gene and I Debbie Swinford to have know him. Gene and Walt always talked golf.
Bill & Gerri Lemen
January 28, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our favorite memory is us & Poffs driving Pat & our son to soccer games. Walt always carried extra warm-up jackets in case anyone got cold. Rest in peace dear friend. God has another Angel on his team.
Juan and Gladys Guevara
January 28, 2025
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Juan and Gladys
Stephen Poff
January 28, 2025
Thanks for teaching us how to play, Dad. For reminding us to enjoy the moment and rejoice in each day that God has given us.
Stephen Poff
January 28, 2025
Thanks for teaching us how to play, Dad. Reminding us how to enjoy the moment and to take joy in each day God has given us
Elise Poff
January 27, 2025
Love you, Grandpa, I'll never forget the time spent together and stories shared.
Pat Poff
January 27, 2025
We love and miss you, dad! Requiescat in Pace!
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