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Richard Walter Obituary
Richard C. Walter, 88, Lecompton, passed away Thursday, September 26th with his family by his side.
He was born April 24, 1925 to Joseph and Susanna (Grauel) Walter. He married Alta Kampschroeder September 14, 1946.
He is survived by his wife and seven children, Rosalee Neibarger, Mike (Connie) Walter, Tim Walter, Marlene (Bob) Swaggerty, Jackie (Joe) Gieseke, Monica (Ken) Davidson and Brian (Debbie) Walter, eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
A Rosary will be said at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, September 29, 2013 with visitation following until 8:00 p.m. at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Theresa's Catholic Church in Perry, KS on Monday, September 30, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. Burial will follow at St. Peter's Catholic Cemetery in Big Springs, KS.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations to the Lecompton Historical Society, Douglas County Hospice or St. Theresa's Building Fund and may be sent in care of the mortuary.
Online condolences may be sent to www.warrenmcelwain.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Walter
Carol Mccune
October 2, 2013
We just were told of Dicks passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Les & carol Mccune
October 2, 2013
Dear Alta & Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I know everyone will miss Richard so much. I was honored to be a part of his care team over the years. I wish you and your family peace during this sad time.
Susan Harrison
Lorie Sawyer
October 1, 2013
To Alta and family---My deepest sympathy and prayers to your family during this difficult time. I enjoyed seeing Richard when my Grandma was at Pioneer Ridge. You will be in my thoughts. Lorie Sawyer
September 30, 2013
Alta and family, Our sincere sympathy and prayers to you all. Bob & Barbara Jernigan
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jim oldham
September 30, 2013
Alta,thinking of you and your family.
Don Bruner
September 30, 2013
Sorry to hear about your loss. He was a fine person and I fondly remember s few good bird hunts with him and my brother-in-law Bill Nelson. May God Bless you in this sad time.
September 30, 2013
Dear Walters Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your much loved Father and Grandfather. Our hearts are with you today and always.
Lynne and Mike
September 30, 2013
Dear Walters Family,
So sorry for your loss of your loved Father and Grandfather...our hearts are with you today.
Lynne and Mike Brewer
James Sneegas
September 30, 2013
Mike and Connie, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. May he rest in peace.
September 29, 2013
We have fond memories of Uncle Dick, he was a kind gentle person. Our sympathy and prayers are with all of his family.
Marsha and George Racki
Howard & Linda Hagen
September 29, 2013
Sorry to hear about Mr. Walter's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Jack & Judy Hill
September 29, 2013
Alta, so sorry for your loss.
Patty Sturdivant
September 29, 2013
Alta and children, we were so very sorry to learn of your great loss this morning and I hope it will be some small measure of comfort knowing that you will all be in our prayers during this difficult time. Dick was a kind and caring man and he will be missed by many.
Dennis Nelson
September 28, 2013
Faith,family and country. Excellent father and role model. A true sportsman. My prayers are with the Walter family. God Bless
Steve Swaggerty
September 28, 2013
Sad to hear of Mr. Walters passing. Prayers are with Mrs. Walters and the Family. May the Lord be with them in this time of unimaginable loss.
Gary & Peggy Walter
September 28, 2013
We will miss you and the stories of the Salton Sea and Port Aransas.
greg walter
September 28, 2013
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