Condolence: Uncle Walter might not have been the tallest man I ever knew, but he was certainly one of the biggest men I ever met. He set the precedents, the standards and the bars for everyone to emulate. He was the family mentor. For years he said the prayer and blessed the food and our families at our family reunions and passed that tradition on for us to continue for years to come. I will miss the jokes he and I traded whenever we met. He left some big shoes to fill and a huge mark in our hearts. God Bless Uncle Walter and his family.

Condolence: Through the years of knowing Pat and Walter from the reunions and the annual letters, they showed me what it was like to love a family wholeheartedly. Sweet and kind and giving as well as welcoming to everyone. I know that he will be missed terribly by everyone. My prayers and condlonces to the whole family and to you Pat. I wish we could come to Celebration of His life but we join you in spirit. God Bless you all.

Condolence: What a life Uncle Walter lived! He used every gift God gave him to the fullest including the gift of Aunt Pat, as his wonderful wife and life's partner. What a team they were. He has gifted us with three wonderful children too...Karen, Kellye, and Travis and all the joy and benefit they have given to so many. He always made me feel special and I always felt he was really listening to me when I talked with him and was interested in what I had to say. I am blessed for having had him in my life! Thank you, God, for the gift of Uncle Walter.

Condolence: I am very sorry to hear about the passing of Professor Smith. He was such a joy in class. He taught me so much. He will be truly missed. My prayers and thoughts are with the family during this hard time.

Condolence: Karen and family, We are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful man. We are praying for peace and comfort for you all. Katie Stewart