My deepest sympathy goes out to the family on Walt’s passing. His wife Joan and daughters Susan and Ann were certainly blessed on having such a wonderful husband and father. I will always remember all the special times that I spent with Walt sitting on the swing in his backyard as he played catch with my dog, sharing war stories and talking about his childhood years growing up in Ohio. One of my favorite stories that he shared with me was his travels and adventures he had as a teenager one summer when he struck out on his own and took a job with the Forestry Department in Pierce Idaho manning a fire tower. Over the years of visiting with Walt and listing to his stores he really had an interesting and rewarding life and will be missed by everyone that knew him and the community that he helped so much to improve.
I've had the honor of knowing Walt and the family for 40 years. He's always been a great role model for everyone he meets. Growing up with Sue, we always looked forward to hanging out with Walt and Joan. Whenever he would greet me he would ask, "So what kind of trouble are you up too Karen?". I would just smile and say, "What ever kind I can find.". He would just grin from ear to ear. That will always be the picture I have of him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. He will be greatly missed. Karen Quevedo
I am sending my heartfelt prayers, care and concern for all of you. I know from all of Sue’s stories about Walt that he was extra special with a big heart. I know he will be missed. Hold all those special memories close on the difficult days. Sending love. Lisa and Randy Benson.