Walter went home to be with his Lord on Saturday, July 24, 2021 of RR 2 Hensall, at the age of 71. Cherished husband of LaVerne (Boss) McCarthy for over 20 years. Proud father of Shawn and Holly, Chad and Heather, Jason and Leona, Deirdre Cary, Josh and Kathy, Gabrielle and Brad Luckey, Jasmine and Jon Tarter, Isaiah and Karen, Evangelene and Mike Norwood, Angelica and Martin Barnard, Harmony and Jordan Cary, Charity and Dylan, Ezekiel and Mildred, and Ezra and Nalesia. Step-father of Jasen and Katrina Peterson. Adored grandpa of 54 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Dear brother and brother-in-law of Alice and Vic Nordstrom, Calvin and Margaret McCarthy, and Harold and Barbara McCarthy. Predeceased by his parents Albert and Alice May (Pratt) McCarthy, and his daughter Lydia.
Along with his love for the Lord, Walter’s greatest pride was spending time with his family and his Pomeranians, which he enjoyed showing at competitions. He was proud of his 50 Canadian Kennel Club Pomeranian champions.
Walter’s funeral service will be held at Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle, 70670 London Road, EXETER on Friday, July 30th at 2 PM with Pastor Bob Loohuizen officiating. Interment Hensall Union Cemetery. Due to Provincial COVID-19 restrictions, each person must RSVP for the funeral service. Please click “Register Now” below to register.
The family invites you to join with them from the comfort of your own home. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting www.facebook.com/haskettfh.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Exeter Pentecostal Tabernacle would be appreciated by the family.
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Jeanie Pizzati
Our deepest condolences to your family. Thoughts and prayers,
Jeanie (Klemke) Pizzati
Donna McInnes
josh and kathy and family sorry to hear about walters passing looked at the pictures here god bless you melvin and donna mcinnes
Craig N
Dear Laverne,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Although we only met you and Walter once when we received our beautiful Pomeranian puppy we have an everlasting memory of your kindness and love for family and you passion for breeding beautiful puppies. Our next Pom will be named Walter in your husbands memory. Take good care of yourself and your beautiful family during this difficult time.
Love Lesia, Chloe, Honey & Craig
Don and Brenda Triebner
Dear Lavern and McCarthy families, Don and I are so sorry to hear about Walter. Our deepest sympathies and peace in the days ahead.
Spearsville Wesleyan Church
Our deepest condolences.
Spearsville Wesleyan Church
Ross and Sandra Beisel
Walter at last is free from pain and leaves you with many wonderful memories and the knowledge of the love that you both shared. There is no doubt that you, family and so many others will miss him but he will not be forgotten. With our Deepest Sympathy and loving thoughts.
Sharon Morris (McCarthy)
Laverne and family. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. You will meet again.
Michael Faulkner
I will always remember Walter as a kind man who loved his family as much as he loved the Lord. His show of emotion at Chad’s wedding was heart-wrenching and will never be forgotten. God bless you McCarthys as you remember your Dad this July and may he rest in peace.
Linda Ferguson
Laverne, Walter’s family and extended:
I’m saddened to hear of Walter’s passing. I feel blessed to have enjoyed many positive and enlightening conversations with him over the years.
It was a pleasure to have known him.
Linda Ferguson…formerly Canada Post/Hensall
Brian Sandra Rachel Dignan
God bless you Laverne, Jason,Katrina and Walter’s family.So sad to hear of Walter’s passing,he was a gentle, kind spirit.We will miss him.I keep thinking of that song Heaven is sounding sweeter all the time.We are keeping you all in our prayers.Love Brian.Sandra Rachel Dignan
Kim Fisher
Charity, Dylan, LaVerne & Family. Sending our heartfelt condolences in the lost of your Dad, Husband & Grandfather. May your wonderful memories bring you peace at this time.
Kim and Maurice Fisher
Cindy Gregory
My deepest sympathies to Laverne and her family. May God wrap His loving arms around you and comfort you.Walter sure will be missed.
Marlene & Gary Riedstra
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Barbara Mitchell
My sincere condolences and prayers to the family
Janet Corbett
Laverne and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Walter’s passing. Our sincere condolences. May you know the peace of God during this difficult time.
Jeff and Janet Corbett
Marilyn Kenda
Dear Laverne,
I am so sorry to hear of Walter’s passing. Would always enjoy our talks when he would come into the bank in Hensall. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Hugs to you. ❤️
Ruth Stuart & Jenna Chappel
Thoughts and prayers to Walter’s family. He was a wonderful, gentle and soft spoken man. You will be missed. Rest In Peace Walter in wonderful paradise.
Brad & Anne Mousseau
Dear Laverne, Brad & I send our sincere sympathy in the passing of your cherished Walter. So sorry to hear this sad news.