Message from Jeff Warren

Anne, I just now came across the obituary for Walter, my condolences for your loss. I often think about the late 60's and early 70's at Executive and Skytel, all of the fly buddies, Che-Che, some of the crew in the maintenance shop, and my short stint as a lineman at Skytel after getting out of the Army. I hope you are doing well. I've been living in Greenville, SC area since 1988.

Message from Matt

Worked at skytel in the engine shop with Jerry boop after engine was rebuilt And installed in plane Walter would take both of us on the test flight he use to fly us over the Everglades and buzz over the people fishing there I owe Walter for me losing my hair and stomach countless times Walter was a good man and friend. R.I.P. Walt 2/1/21

A candle was lit by Matt polchinski on February 4, 2021 11:36 PM

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Message from Erica Chenausky

I found Walt's obituary today and was sorry to learn of his passing. My dad, Walter, worked for him from 1968-1972/73. My parents had great regard for Walt and always said that Fort Lauderdale was very good to us.

A couple of things I remember: the first was deep sea fishing with our dads and a couple of other men from his boat "Retlaw". The other was when I flew with him, my dad, his parents, and a few others to Massachusetts and New York. What an adventure. And the monkey, Chi-Chi!

I hope the pain of his passing has eased some for all of you.

Kind Regards,

Erica

A candle was lit by Lea (Rose) Rodgers on June 16, 2019 5:06 PM

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Walt, I cried when I found your obit.

I was Walt's secretary at Skytel years and years ago. Walt, Doc (Harry Wilson) and I had a blast working and playing together. Flying to the islands for an afternoon of lunch and gambling. Taking an Enstrom to the country club for lunch. Flying an Aero Commander to north Florida for air shows or watching a shuttle take off. Those were the days. I'll never forget them or you, Walt. You, your mom and dad and Doc were like family to me. I loved you all! RIP dear friend! Until we all meet again.....Lea

A candle was lit by Fiji Bill White on February 7, 2018 8:03 PM

Message from Joe Chada

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We had some grand times together with our families and shall always remember hearing of your experiences throughout the world.

Message from East marion NY, Clayton North Carolina

I have a lot of great memories of Walt over the years. I looked forward every year to your family’s arrival to East Marion. We spent a lot of great summers in East Marion together, fishing and bbqing. Then we would all fly back to Your home in Florida even fly to the Bahamas. I remember family was what Big Walt cared for the most, unless us kids mis behaved and he could pull that belt off just like Zoro. I am sorry that over the years our families drifted apart, but I never forgot about any of you. Big Walt you are greatly missed.

A candle was lit by Sarah and Corey Renken on December 27, 2017 10:18 PM

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Message from Susie and Dan Gordon

We are so sorry to hear this sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

A candle was lit by Lisa Calufetti Hamilton on December 27, 2017 2:15 PM

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A candle was lit by Simone Furtado (Guido) on December 26, 2017 6:25 PM