Glenda Esther Walter of Huron Road, Goderich, passed away quietly at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital on Friday February 10, in her 83rd year. Born in Seaforth and raised on the 10th of Logan Twp., she was the daughter of Irwin and Selma Miller. Glenda is survived by her husband and best friend Gerald (Gerry) W. Walter who she married on December 23, 1970, her sister Shirley Siemon and sister-in-law Norma Walter. She will be missed by her nieces and nephews Robert, Sheila, Roger (Jackie), Gayle (Hugh) as well as many friends that she met over lifelong activities. Glenda is predeceased by her parents, her brother-in-law Roy Siemon and her nephew Barry Siemon.
She was a very dedicated and respected teacher in the elementary panel of schools in Sebringville, Guelph and South Perth Centennial School (Blanshard-Fullarton TSA) Rannoch. After her marriage she taught at Victoria in Goderich and Hullet Central School, Londesborough, where she taught the final 22 years of her career. After her retirement she partnered with her husband Gerry, in the operation of a farming operation known as WCF Red Angus/Waltercroft Farms.
In keeping with Glenda’s wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be no public visitation or service and a private family burial will take in the spring at Maitland Cemetery in Goderich. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Canadian Cancer Society, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Brodhagen or the charity of your choice.
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ANGUS MACLENNAN
Glenda taught for me while I was principal at Hullett Cent in Londesborough. What a thorough and wonderful teacher!
Rest in peace, Glenda.
Candace Ippolito
Uncle Gerry,
My condolences to you and your families for your loss. Many hugs and love from the prairies.
Love Candace
Tom Barry
my condolences Gerry
Helen VandenHeuvel
So sorry to hear about Glenda’s passing. Thoughts and prayers for you during this difficult time.
Jon Ginn
Gerry, Norma and Glenda’s family
Mickey and I were sorry to hear about Glenda. Know our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Bob and Barb Watson
Our condolences Gerry Bob and Barb watson
Scott Graham
Gerry
So sad to hear the news of Glenda’s passing. She was a wonderful lady who I know you will miss dearly.
She was always so supportive regarding our many western trips.
Laurie and my thoughts are with you.
Scott
Phil & Lana Birnie
So sorry to hear of this Gerry. We hope it helps a bit to know our thoughts are with you at this very tough time. Hang in there friend and always remember we are only a phone call away – any time.
Heather Benner (Bilyea)
Dear Mr. Walter…I was sorry to be informed of the passing of Mrs. Walter. I started S.P.C.S. in 1967 in the original kindergarten class and I was fortunate to be a student of “Miss Miller” during my primary educational years. As a young person, I had a healthy fear of the principal and we were quite impressed when Miss Miller became Mrs. Walter. It was quite the news for us rural students back in 1970. We were truly blessed as students to have teachers that cared about us and our path in life, so I am sorry that you are experiencing such a great loss now. I have not seen either you or Mrs. Walter in many years but the mention of your names bring memories of a simpler, wonderful time in our young lives. Sending sympathy and support as you navigate these challenging days of grief.
Ruth Ann Gloor
I met Glenda through my Family Tree research of the Miller/Siemon/Gloor families. It was such a pleasure knowing her. She was such a wealth of knowledge and had so much original material, photos, documents, letters, etc. One photo in particular was a special find for me. She was even kind and trusting enough to allow me to take the material to my home for scanning. During the summer, I was in Goderich a few times and, while passing her house, thought “I wonder how Glenda is doing. I should call her and meet with her for lunch.”. Sadly, that didn’t happen. Now, it’s my regret.
Ken & Sylvia McGee
Gerry
Saddened to hear of your loss .
Remember the good times, it really will help you to get through this.