Leonard “Len” Francis Walter, of St. Thomas and formerly of Chepstow, passed away Saturday, July 17, 2021, at home with family by his side following a brief battle with cancer, in his 81st year.
Survived by his beloved wife Margaret (nee Groch) of 47 years. Loving father of Reverend David Walter of Georgetown, and Daniel and his wife Theresa of Blenheim. Proud grandpa of Ivy and Aly, his pride and joy.
Len enjoyed a long retirement after spending 25 years with the MTO Walkerton and Durham Patrols. Retirement was lived to its fullest, enjoying his passion for golf, woodworking, yard work and winters at Crystal Lake Retirement Village in Wauchula, Florida. But above all, his love for family and friends always shone through, especially his time spent with granddaughters Ivy and Aly in his later years.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday at Cameron Funeral Home, Walkerton from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Please use the RSVP option on Len’s memorial page to register.
A private family Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at Mary Immaculate Church, Chepstow at 11:00 a.m. A live stream will be available to the public through Len’s memorial page at www.cameronfuneralhomes.com
Interment in Mary Immaculate Cemetery, Chepstow.
Memorial donations to the Mary Immaculate Building Fund or the Chepstow Lion’s Club would be appreciated by the family. Cards at Cameron’s (519-881-1273. Donations and condolences may be made online at www.cameronfuneralhomes.com
A special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at St. Thomas Elgin Hospital and to the PSWs and nursing staff for their compassionate care during his stay at home.
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Len Walter Saturday July 17th 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Walkerton, Province: Ontario