Walter "Wally" Gilbert Wachlin
November 5, 1927 - January 14, 2012
Obituary
Walter “Wally” G. Wachlin
Wally was born November 5, 1927 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, and died January 14, 2012 in Seattle, WA at the age of 84. Wally was a long time member of Hope Lutheran Church. He served in many areas of the church through the years.
Wally is survived by his wife of 56 years, Peggy Wachlin, daughter Elaine Manz, and son Randall (Amy) Wachlin, brother Norman (Marie) Wachlin, grandchildren Teresa, Matthew, Paul, Philip, Sarah, Angela, Marcus, Timothy, Victoria, great-grandson Monty, and many nieces and nephews. Wally was preceded in death by his parents Rev. and Mrs. Walter Wachlin, daughter Sheri Lynn and her husband James Merriman, son-in-law Art Manz and sister Adella O’Shaughnessy.
Visitation Thursday, January 19th from 2:00 – 5:00pm with funeral services Friday, January 20, 2012 at 12:30pm all at Bonney-Watson Washington Memorial, 16445 International Blvd. SeaTac, WA 98188.
My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Randy.
Jim and I will have you in our prayers.
Love you lots!
Sorry for your loss, Wally will be truly missed by us, we send our love and sympathy. Gods Blessing to you.
Dad was the best Dad I could ever wish to have. A humble man with a simple, unwavering faith, his influence will remain the best and strongest in my life. I know that his prayers before our Heavenly Father will sustain all of us. Dad, I miss you dearly and you will forever be in my heart, but I look forward to seeing you at the banquet. Love you always, Elaine
I sent a card -im sorry to the family for your lose, i never knew Walter real well , mostly though pictures – i do have a picture i got from Norman of Walter, Norman, Adella, AND Aunt Ida on my wall , it was after Uncle Walter to me had died. Deepest Sympathies its so hard to lose a family member as i have already lost my dad Erwin, mom Mattie, and brother Robert Wachlin. May Walter rest in peace, God Bless The family Linda
Randy,
I’m so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love to all,
Ryan & Stacy
Wally, was a good Christian his whole life and I will always remember his gentle spirit.
I am sure the angles have welcomed him and he is hugging Sheri right now.
Sorry I couldnt be there for support
love pamela
Dad, You inspired me to be the man I am today. You will always be with me in spirit and close to my heart. Please send my best to all that are their in heaven with you. I love you and will be with you in heaven when it is my time.
Randy
Condolences to your family. I remember meeting Wally as a child and knew him as a kind, intelligent man.
Dear Wachlin family,
I was so glad I could visit with Wally at Kenney Home in the past few months. Having known your family for many years it was a blessing to see Wally at our church services. He remembered me from Calvary and he was so glad to talk to me. May your wonderful memories give you comfort now until you meet again. Your friend in Christ Jan Madsen
Thank you, Wally for letting Tim and I manage some of your household needs these past four years. You are missed, greatly, Wally, by your family, your friends, and your secret helpers! I loved hearing about your life in Canada, E. Washington, and your adventures with Peggy and your family. Try not to worry about the house and the taxes, etc…we’ll help look after things. Much love, Anna and Tim Wilde
Randy I’m sorry for the loss of your dad. If you need anything please let me know.
To Peggy and all of Wally’s family, my sincere condolences. I t
was a great privilege to know Wally. He was charming, gracious, and truly defined the word “gentleman.” He will always be a role model for me in aging with style and grace. May God’s peace be with you all.
Randy,
Sorry to hear about your loss. Your dad was a good man. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark and Judy