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It is with great sadness that the family of Walter Alfred Bechtold announces his passing at the age of 94, on Tuesday, February 6, 2024.

Walt will be lovingly remembered by his children, Harold (Debbie) and Ralph (Teri-lynn). Walt will also be fondly remembered by his daughter-in-law Gloria, 6 grandchildren, Russell (Alicia), Sarah (Chad), Andrea (Darren), Brayden (Laura), Taylor (Thane), and Landon, by his brother, Mike and by 17 great grandchildren; he was predeceased by Gertrude his loving wife of 66 years, parents, 7 siblings, his son Harvey, and great-grandson Takato.

Walt was born June 16, 1929, in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan 1 of 9 children born to John and Ottilie Bechtold. Walt was a devoted and caring husband, father,
grandfather, and great grandfather as well as avid sports fan, having won several bowling and lawn bowling trophies of his own. Walt also coached the Saskatchewan Ladies Fastball team Champions The Jewels in 1953, the picture is in the Uptown Café.

He will be fondly remembered by all.

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