Daddy, I miss you so much. I know you are comfortable and Happy. I just can't wait to see you again. I am struggling, I knew this would be difficult, but not this hard. I love you.

Message from Michelle WALTERS

March 12, 2018 10:15 PM

I LOVE YOU DADDY!!!!

Message from Michelle Gardner WALTERS

March 10, 2018 2:30 PM

DADDY, I have been trying to write this to you for weeks and weeks. I know I was not an easy child to raise I was a wandering spirit and I know I worried you the most. Everyone talks about your strength and you were strong. You taught me to be to be strong, to shoot a gun probably as soon as I could walk and we would go shoot at the conservation club and you were amazed at what a good steady dead on shot I was. You used to take me out on the lake in Wisconsin early before the boys ,just me and you. I never knew I was eating what I caught I thought they were pets. I still to this day can not eat fried fish once I found out.. But you taught me you never take an animals life unless you eat it as the Lord gave us dominion over all things on this earth to use to sustain us. You taught me to be kind and loving to all people. YOU taught me to be a lady. When I needed my first bra it was you who took me and we struggled through it though I don't think it was an easy task for either of us, it's something we shared that made us closer. When I had Hannah you beat me to the hospital. When I had Olivia it was your first cancer appointment and you missed her by 17 minutes, but you still were the first there. When I found out Grace's heart had stopped inside me you were the first person at my house to be with me and the girls. I never got to hold her. The last.words I whispered to you was she would be waiting at the gates of heaven and you finally got your wish to hold.a.granchild before the mother. You squeezed my hand. Thirty minutes after you passed a person brought me.food and a cross. On the cross it was engraved Grace and Faith. I knew you were in heaven on streets of gold walking with Grace ad Jesus in a new body. He didn't know about Grace. I'm sorry I couldn't come in your showing I tried. But i wanted not to see you that way. Your spirit lives I know that's true. When I take my morning walk I feel you in the air that bows through my hair. You live through all of us. I see you in my daughters eyes, in Dre Don's eyes, when he is mischievous, mad, smiling. I get to see you all the time!!!! Even more than that you only lost a body that didn't work anymore. There is a thin veil between heaven and earth and I know you right here with me looking out for all of us as you always have. You were a GREAT DAD, FRIEND. HUMAN. I am going to miss your hugs, the smell of your skin, the wonderful way you lived your life. But I want everyone to know that there was a softer side to you that only a daughter can know. I could not have asked for a better Father. That you were not just this tough outdoorsman, you were gentle and kind and sometimes you cried. You took me shopping and bought me clothes that were approved by you. You would take me to cheerleading practice and pull up to the fence to watch me. You told me to never get into a football players car and you always waited to drive me home. When I got in trouble you had my back even if you didn't like what I did. All it took was one look from you to put me in my place. At times I know I worried you, I ran all over the world. I'm glad I did it I'm only sorry that it worried you. But I always felt you silently cheered me on. I have a wild heart at times it's hard to tame. I think you always knew that. I love you more than anyone. No man will ever measure up. I was very lucky to have a Dad and 3 big Brothers who have loved protected me and taught me how two be both a lady and a strong tomboy. I can protect and sustain myself because of you all, and if I can't I know what will happen to someone. I'm still a WALTERS, little sister don't miss when she aims her gun. To bad we don't live in Georgia. Just everyone let's try to put the past behind us and live the way My Dad would want us to. God bless you all. We have a lot of guardian angels

Message from JoAnn Eichmiller

January 7, 2018 3:44 PM

I'm sad to see Don leave us but heaven gained a new angel.

A candle was lit by JoAnn Eichmiller on January 7, 2018 3:41 PM

Message from Jenny

January 5, 2018 1:53 PM

Wish I could be there with you all today as you lay uncle don to rest. Loved looking through the pictures you guys put on here. RIP uncle don you will be missed.

A candle was lit by Jenny on January 5, 2018 1:51 PM

Message from Chris Walters

January 4, 2018 9:06 PM

Walters Family-
I pray for each of you to know beyond any shadow of a doubt Don/Dad/Grandpa is smiling and watching over each you from this day forward until it is your turn to finally go home and have eternal life with Jesus as well.

I hope each of you gain some of his will power, ability to overcome obstacles and his continued focus to deliver on your dreams. May each of you always remember his love for each of you as an individual. He had a unique relationship with each of you- he made memories with each of you and loved you unconditionally!

Undoubtedly he will be missed from every family function! His laugh and smile, picture taking, ability to tell a story and how he would be willing to play whatever game we put in front of him! Personally, I will miss my conversations with him- his ability to just listen and always provide me with the same advice regardless of any situation---- It will be ok I promise you. Guess what--- it was always OK!

While he was only my second dad for 25 years---- we were so close and enjoyed so much together. While he planned deer season with Mike we were planning movie nights and which ones we were going to watch on what nights and what time! Many good meals- games--- cold glass of Pepsi and popcorn- fishing recipes and gardening to name a few.

Dad/Grandpa has reached is final destination of eternal life with Jesus- he will not be far from you. You can always talk to him enjoy the memories. Anytime that you see or smell something that reminds you of him that is his way of letting you know he is still with you.

I love each of you and I pray for each of you.

Love- Chris

Message from Jim Maple

January 4, 2018 12:35 PM

So very sorry to hear of Don Passing. Don worked for me at the Kroger store on east tenth street when he was a teenager going to Tech High school . that was in the late 50s and early 60s. . I ran the produce dept and Don work with us after school. I heard that he was in the sheet metal work and had a bad accident I. transferred to other stores and lost all touch with him. I never forgot him and often wondered about him.I knew then h e was going to be a good person. Hope God will see the whole family through these trying times. God bless your whole family Jim Maple

Message from Tony & Patti Maners

January 4, 2018 10:04 AM

Gary and Family, Words are tough to find at this time of sorrow. We are praying for God's touching each one of you with strength. Look forward to a Day of Rejoicing together again. Sincerely, Tony & Patti Maners

A candle was lit by Cam Tribolet on January 4, 2018 5:47 AM

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Message from Jack Willard

January 3, 2018 2:52 PM

Gary and family I’m sorry to hear about Don’s passing. He has touched so many lives through family and hunting he will be missed by so many. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers over the days to come.

Message from Carol Fields

January 3, 2018 12:48 PM

Gary and Family, I send my heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of your father, but rejoice at his homecoming. You are in my thoughts and prayers

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Message from Mike Walters

January 2, 2018 10:20 PM

On December 31st, 2017 at 12:15 PM, I lost my Dad, my hunting partner, fishing partner and my best friend, all in one person at one moment in time.

Even though we shared moments of frustration his willingness to forgive, move on and find the joy in life no matter what we were dealt inspired me to be a better man, husband, son, Dad and now Grandpa.

Dad touched more hearts than he ever realized. He was the kind of Dad that could be tough when he needed to be. Have your back when no one else even knew you might be struggling with something. He always found a way to just be a friend. Most of all he had the wisdom to humbly know when to do what.

Dad took his commitment to family serious. He always provided a warm home, food, healthcare and love first above his own desires. He was hard to understand at times, we all had our own assumptions throughout the years. But, we all knew we could call him anytime day or night, from anywhere on earth and we could count on him to be there.

Dad was truly the kind of Grandpa every child deserves. He was their babysitter, took them to doctor appointments- even calmed their fears of needles when no one else could. He shared fun things, taking them fishing, hunting, to the park, he attended their games, school activities and every family function. Every grandchild had respect for him. I cannot recall him ever having to punish or raise his voice to get it.

My son stated when he became a Dad “Dad I want you to be the kind of Grandpa to Dawson that Grandpa was to me!” I honestly panicked- because I knew those were big shoes to fill. Especially knowing Dad did it effortlessly.

Dad you will be missed beyond words or expressions. There will not be a day you will not be in our thoughts. I am sure family gatherings and hunting season will be tough. But, because of you we will be fine until we see each other again and everything will be perfect. I LOVE YOU DAD!

Love Mike

Message from Michellegardner WALTERS

March 14, 2018 8:04 AM

Mike that was a very heartfelt message about the best MAN I KNOW ....MY FATHER..THANK YOU FOR LOVING HIM!!!!

Message from JoAnn Eichmiller

January 7, 2018 3:51 PM

Mike: Your dad has left you and the grandchildren a legacy of love, because of his love for you and the children things for him just came natural. His heart was so full of love for those grandchildren his eyes would just light up when they came by or if we were just talking about those babies. Hang onto all those precious memories they will carry you through. God Bless Aunt JoAnn

Message from Sandy Mitchell

January 2, 2018 9:15 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember all the good times we used to have . My prayers and thoughts are with you. Take care. God Bless. Sandy

A candle was lit by Sandy MITCHELL on January 2, 2018 9:10 PM

A candle was lit by Delane & Victor Eichmiller on January 2, 2018 8:28 PM

Plainfield | Danville

Plainfield | Danville

Donald Milton Walters