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Obituary: Ronald James Walter

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Ronald James Walter (December 30, 1941 – Thursday, January 6, 2022)

Ronald James Walter, 80, of South Lyon, formerly from Manchester, passed away peacefully, Thursday, January 6, 2022 at home, with his family by his side.  A private graveside service was held. Ron’s family and friends will gather Saturday,  June 11, 2022, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, with Funeral Mass at 12:00 pm, St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, 210 W. Main St. Manchester, MI.  Father Bosco Padamattummal and Father Bill Auth, OSFS will serve as cocelebrents.

He was born on December 30, 1941 in Tecumseh, Michigan to Mary (Ulrich) and   Donald Walter. Ron married Carol Way, on May 22, 1971, in Manchester.   He will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather.  Ron was a homebody, but loved travel, especially just hopping in the car for road trips.  He enjoyed photographing nature, golf and bowling.  Ron adored his family, especially his grandchildren, attending their functions and cheering them on at sporting events.  Ron was also a devoted friend who loved to party.  He was a proud volunteer for Manchester Township Fire Department and retired after 10 years of service as Lieutenant.  Ron had lived in several places but was always fondest of his Manchester roots.  

Ron is survived by his wife of 50 years , Carol; his children, Deanna (Tom) Fielder, Christian (Shannon) Walter; siblings, Susan (Mike) Shinabarger, of Lowell, MI, Jim Walter of Statesville, NC, Sharon Wiedmayer of Clinton, MI, Bob (Denise) Walter of Manchester, Kay (Roy) Wiedmayer of Manchester, and Don (Erin) Walter of Brooklyn, MI; grandchildren Rowan, Greyson and Ellery Fielder and Gabriel, Caden and Paxton Walter. He is preceded in death by his parents and infant sister MaryAnne Walter. 

Memorial contributions are suggested to Dutchmen Firefighter’s Association or Alzheimer’s Association.  Please leave a message of comfort for Ron’s family or sign his guestbook at www.EinederFuneralHomes.com.

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