3 years dad and I miss you so much.  You and mom have been reunited and I will spend the rest of my life being so thankful for the wonderful parents we were given.   Love you most. Better.  Best.

3 years has not healed the pain and heartbreak of loosing you, no amount of time ever will.
Love you so much dad. Til we meet again xoxo 💙💜💔

Together again.  We are heartbroken that mom left us, but I know you are so happy to be with her again Dad.
I love you both so much.
Til we meet again. 💛💙💜

Today my tear drop necklace with your thumbprint broke and fell to the floor. I am putting it onto another necklace for now as I can’t imagine not having it on. I miss you so much Dad. 
Sending early Fathers Day love to you. Til we meet again xoxo 💜💙🦋 Love you always 

It’s hard to believe it has been 2 years since you left us suddenly.  I wish you were here to meet Izabella, you would have been excited to be a great-papa.  Forever missing you xoxo Love you 💙🤍 Go Leafs Go 🤍💙

Two years is too long without your love, your laugh and your hugs. I miss you so much Daddy. Til we meet again, I love you forever and always💙💜💙

Closing in on two years dad and I never stop missing you.   

Always and forever in my heart and on my mind.  

Dad it has been an unbelievably difficult year without you! Celebrations just weren’t the same. 
We are all trying, but there will never be a way to fill the void that has been left by loosing you. 
Your smile, your laugh, your voice, your advice, our random nonsense calls, your hugs…I miss it all so much that it hurts.  I love you so much, please continue to watch over all of us and keep letting me know you’re always here, it helps.
Til we meet again 💙💜💙 xoxo

1 year ago today Dad, you were suddenly taken from us.  Our hearts were shattered and we still can’t pick up the pieces. No amount of time will make this any easier. Your wings were ready, our hearts were not.  So many special life moments and celebrations that you missed this last year and sadly so many more  will be. 
My heart hurts, I miss our talks, your hugs, your voice and your laugh. I love you so much Dad.
Til we meet again 💜💙

It is nearing in on six months dad and my heart can’t grasp that you aren’t coming back.  I miss every single thing about you!  We celebrated your life a few weeks ago surrounded by so many people that love and miss you as much as we all do.  It was a beautiful day and we know you were smiling down.  Friday the 13th to boot. We think you’d approve lol. 

Love you forever and miss you always 

Will never forget his gracious ways. Made an impact in my life and will never be forgotten. 

Hi Dad,
I haven’t written for a little bit, felt that with today being 6 weeks since your passing, it was a good time.
Lots has been going on, I often pick up my phone to text, call or IM you then I realize I won’t get a response,..I guess I truly still can’t believe you aren’t here with us. 
Britt got her official acceptance letter with the Region of Halton and she starts May 3rd . I know you’ll be with her giving her comfort on that first day and everyday after.
Pete got his first pair of safety steel toe boots tonight (I know you had wanted to be a part of that, he picked out a great pair) he has a training with heights program tomorrow and then starts  co-op at Tims Horizon Drywall company in the next couple of weeks (Covid lockdown has held that up)
I haven’t had time off at H&R since Easter Sunday (only because the office was closed lol) I’m doing really well there, big change from being a GM in a restaurant, I really like it. I am glad you and mom convinced me to take the course. Our office closes April 30th, but I was asked to work May 1st with the manager to finalize the shut down, it is only her and I so I think I’ll be back for next tax season. I’m back to making wreaths, hadn’t made any since the cross for you, but I got your message loud and clear, and sold a few that I created after that! 
I hope you know how much I miss you and how much I love you..forever and always, until we meet again dad xoxo 💜

Hi Dad,
Britt had applied to The Region in early March, for an internship, and a full time position, you kept asking if she had heard anything, you were so happy she applied. Unfortunately, Britt received the news just over a week after you passed that she had been chosen out of many to interview for both positions. So, April 8th and April 12th  were the interviews and she was so amazing in them, it was so awesome  to listen to her on zoom with 3 people drilling her. They told her she was so confident with her answers, that she should conduct the interviews, and so on. 
 Both positions said they would be in contact within 2-3 weeks regardless of their decision.
Well, April 15th, Britt received a call from Halton and they offered her a full time Technician Engineer position. (So much for 2-3 weeks)  
Britt is now an employee with the company you worked with for over 20 years, just in a different department. Region of Halton, you now have employed someone who will do her best to measure up to her Papas reputation.
I didn’t realize until today, that Britt received that offer on the 1 month anniversary of your passing,  I told her that was you letting her know you knew and saying Hello. Xoxo
I miss being able to call you to share all my thoughts and seeing your smile, and feeling your heartfelt hugs. Love you so much dad. 💜🥰💜

Dear Uncle Walter,

By watching you, I learned to be resilient, strong, honest, and kind. By listening to you, I gained courage and self-confidence, always at moments when I needed it the most. Thank you for your quiet guidance.

I do not know how and when I am meant to leave this world, but what I do know is how I want to feel when I get there.   I want to believe, deep in my soul, I was a good person.  I want to have felt true love.  I want to be able to say I lived honestly, and to be able to sleep with a clear conscience.  I want to have treated people the way I wish to be treated.  I want to have shown humility - talk less and listen more.  I want to have chosen, being at peace over being right.  I want to have always been true to my word, and to have been decent to those who have been so good to me.  

I believe my Uncle Walt accomplished all of that and then some. 

My Uncle never had to work at making friends and gaining people’s respect, he just simply earned it by being the amazing human he was.

Death has no ego.  My Uncle Walt had no ego.   He was who he was, and that was enough. More than enough.   We should all feel that way. 

I know people who are more careful of their money than they are of their principles. Having all the money in the world will not mean a thing when it is our time to go.  Cherish and honor your principles like my Uncle did.

He loved my Aunt Jo fiercely and his girls, Jodie, Danielle, and Angela – you were his world.  He cherished his sons-in-law Bob, Vince and Tim.  His grandchildren never wanted for anything, you were all his priority, and he took pride at every game, competition, event, or school function that each of you were a part of.  

I can't imagine a better feeling or legacy to leave behind than that.
Love you always & Forever Uncle Walt

Happy Easter Dad! 
We had all the fixings today. Turkey, roast beef, ham, potatoes, veggies and of course dinner rolls! Really did ourselves in with the desserts though.  I know you were here with us, just wish that I could’ve had the hug goodnight and thanks for dinner and a good time Dano.   Missing you so much! I love you dad, til we meet again 💜xoxo


Hi Dad
Britt got an email last night (March 25th)  from the Region of Halton for an interview. She started to cry when she opened it, she was overjoyed and saddened as all she wanted to do was call and tell you about it, She got her grad photo proofs too, you would love them.
You’ve been working little magical miracles this week, letting us all know you are close.
Monday I put Pete’s grad photo over your tv, that afternoon he got an email from school giving him access to the civics half credit he needed to graduate (the one we kept being told he would have to take in summer school)
Then Tuesday I went back to serve at ESM for the first time since December and after my shift I opened an email from H&R Block showing me that I was scheduled 6 shifts the following week. I guess that was your way of reminding me you and mom didn’t want me working at ESM anymore. Thursday I also received a blank text from you, I froze, then was so happy.  I feel like you were letting me know you were watching over and you were okay.
I love you so much and miss you even more.
Til we meet again dad 💜 xoxo

I am very sorry to hear of Walter's passing.  He immediately brightened everyone's day in the workplace. No matter what job was in the works, he'd be sure to stop and chat. He always had a kind word and loved telling stories of his family. Walt was the best electrician; he'd be able to walk me through a problem over the phone, without even needing to look at the panel! Walt was just that kind of person you always wanted to be around, he will be missed by everyone. My heart goes out to Walter's friends and family.

What a week it has been Walt since you received your wings.  Your spectacular being has left hearts broken but it is your beautiful essence that will continue to guide everyone one day at a time. Thank you for your love, smiles and hugs.  I know you have been watching over my niece this week during her transplant, thank you.  Until we meet again dear man. 

Dad
I’m not really sure where to start. You were and forever will be my rock and the void I feel is deep without you here 

I was thinking of life and my highlight reel of memories , and everyone of them includes you in it. 
We had some amazing  trips.  From our road-trips to Petawawa to our backcountry drives in Alberta.  We covered some serious ground. I’m so thankful for those countless hours in the passenger seat next to  you.  

I could call you from an anywhere, lost, and you would be able to tell me exactly how to get to the road I needed and where to turn.  

You could alleviate my fears in an instant and dry my tears with one embrace.  

I’m so blessed to be your daughter.   I will never stop speaking to you and reaching for your advise.    The world was a better place because of you. 

To know you was to  love you, and to be loved by you was the ultimate gift.  

Love you most ...better...best. 


Walter. I’m so sorry to hear of your passing. 
You were n always will be an amazing Husband, father n grandfather. I knew when I met you how big your heart was 
Rest In Peace Walter . You will be . missed ❤️


Dear Matthew and Family, we were very saddened to hear of the passing of your grandfather. We would like to express our deepest condolences to the Lopato and Clayton Families during this difficult time. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.


Walter, you’ve been a very good and precious friend to me over the years especially knowing one from the years we grew up in Virginiatown/Kearns. My heart was truly broken when it was related to me of your passing. Such a shock for myself and those who knew you! A lovely and kind gentleman all the years I’ve known you and I’m sure without a doubt that you have touched so many lives with your gentleness. Jo-Anne, I’m so very saddened for the loss of your beloved husband and also to your daughters who have lost their father. Extending my sincerest sympathies to you and all the families. Sending much love and ((hugs)) ❤️❤️

Every time I would see Walter at work, he would always have a smile on his face and be willing  to share his knowledge and humour at every job.  Those of us who worked with him knew he valued his family, telling stories about what his children and grandchildren were up to and how proud he was of them.  His sudden lost will be missed by all who knew him and I wish he had had more time to enjoy what he loved  best which was his family.  

     It was with great sadness I heard of Walter's sudden passing.   I am so sorry for the family.  Walter and I were great freinds from about Grade 6 to about Grade 12 when I moved with my dad when he got another mining job .  
     We may have been separated but the great memories never were.  What drew me to Walter was his true free spirit - in all my travels all around this planet I have never met such a person who loved adventure and always enjoyed a challenge.  He had no fear.  
    We knew all the lakes and streams in the entire area.  We got our first hunting experiences with 22's shooting rabbits and partridge.  We got chased by a momma bear when the suckers were running in a creek - we heard the cubs and then we heard momma coming like a freight train.  We must have ran a 4 minute mile before we stopped laughing like crazy.  We fished many a local lake in those home made prospector boats hidden in the bushes - we had home made paddles and one guy had to constantly bail so we wouldn't sink.   We used to go on our bikes at daylight to Barber Lake where we would catch large bass in those early hours.  We used to swim across Bear Lake and go dive off the rocks and dive off the boathouse roofs on Larder Lake. 
     We found each other about 4 years ago on facebook, and got to reminisce many of those great experiences.  Even though we had not seen each other for more than 50 years, we knew the bond was still there.  
    We grew up with freedom together and it opened the doors for us to challenge the world.  His free spirit remained with him all his life and that is what drew people to him.  Rest in peace my V-town buddy.  

🤍💙 Go Leafs Go 💙🤍 
🤍❤️ Love You Dad❤️🤍

I am truly going to miss our fishing adventures together like the time you Bob and myself went to Port Parry . Started the day picking you up, I asked you "do you got your tackle box" and you said "yep got it". We get on the water, sun just coming up Bob and I hear "oh damn". You had brought an electric tool box instead of your tackle box. Boy we had a good laugh over that. Then the day got even better when we broke down in the middle of the lake. To this day you and Bob won't let me live down only having one paddle in the boat. We didn't catch a single fish but the memory of that day was worth it. 

My sincere condolences to the Lopata Family.  Both me (at Halton Region) and my dad at (CN Rail) had the honor of working with Walter. First impressions always remain.  His smiling face made everyone smile.  He was always positive on how to fix things, make things better and never, ever criticize that it was wrong.  He was looked up to by his coworkers, engineers, contractors for his patience and knowledge.  Everyone wanted Walter on their team. I am sorry that i hadn't seen Walter the last few years. He was definitely the cornerstone of a lot of amazing infrastructure constructed in the Region and a true mentor to a lot of Halton Staff.  Keep smiling Walter, you will be missed.  David

By wisdom a house is built,  through understanding it is established,  through knowledge the rooms are filled with beautiful treasures. Walter exemplified all these things. will miss you my brother. enjoy your time with the Lord

We are heartbroken for you all over the traumatic events of this past week.  Thinking of you all and praying for strength to get you through the coming days...
So many great memories of your Dad over the decades in the same neighborhood.  So many fun times getting driven around in his cool vans....I know we loved playing in them too!  The Fort he helped build in the woods for us all to enjoy way back in the 80s!   He treated all the neighborhood kids as his own.  So gentle and kind, always a genuine smile.  Everyone in the neighborhood thought so highly of him.  He loved you all so much- no one can take that love away from you.  So many beautiful memories to hold close to your hearts.   
Hugs to you all, 
Cindy & Pat Browne

  

So sorry to hear this sad news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. Walter was my "Go to Electrician" whenever there was an electrical issue in the laboratory, Walter was the man you called. He always brought a smile to your face every time you saw him. RIP Walter, you were taken too soon and will be greatly missed. 

To Walter's family, 
I worked with  Walter for over 30 years and he was always a kind, caring and knowledgeable man. Always willing to help and explain things. He was a mentor and friend  to  me as he was to so many others. Walter always came to work with a smile on his face and always in great spirits. He always talked about how much he loved his family and that he would do anything for them. I am so deeply saddened to hear of his passing. He will be greatly missed. We need more people in this world like Walter--it would be so much better. 
Rest in Peace, my friend.
Mike DiIorio

Our family has been reading these memories you have shared while we have been together. We have cried, laughed and cried again. We knew how amazing our dad, my moms husband, is(was) and forever will be. Hearing you’re stories about him solidified it and made it better! Our man, the myth, the legend, the rock, has touched so many lives and we thank you for sharing your words with us.  We can’t thank you enough xoxoxo

So sorry to hear this sad news. I worked with Walter starting in 2008 when I joined the Region. His passion and pride in his work was evident. Walter was always kind and eager to help others and go the extra mile to get the job done well.  My sympathies and prayers are with Walter’s family.  

All the kind words that you hear about Walter, are true. 
Just an amazing, wonderful man .
The thing that I will remember most about Walter, is that whenever you were with him you just felt better. 
I don't know how he did it, but no matter how you were feeling, after spending time talking to 
 Walter  your day just got a little better, a little brighter. 
I'm going to miss that, the world is going to miss that, what a rare talent, to be able to make everyone's day better just by talking to them. 
What a caring, beautiful man, a gift to us all. 
So, goodbye Walter and thank you.

I worked with Walt for over twenty years. He was everything a  gentleman, loving father, husband, mentor, and best friend  embodied.
In the last five years, he and I would chat just about everyday. His phone would ring or make a noise and he'd pull it out... His face would light up and he'd say whatever pet name he had for his loved ones that were contacting him...."Oh it's"... And they'd talk. The smile on his face....It said it all. How much he loved his family.... I'm gonna miss that smile. And everything else that was Walter.


The definition of kind is: gentle, considerate, good hearted.
It really should be: kind : Walter 
He was just a joy to work with - always asking about family and how they were doing - regaling me with stories of his family - his wife, children and grandchildren. He has left us all in a better place - with hearts more open and thoughts more pointed to the real gems in life, those that we love.
Walter, your warm smile and twinkly eyes will be missed but forever etched in our memories. 

Jo Anne & Family
Our Deepest & Heartfelt Condolences on the Sudden Passing of Walter.   Although we only met both Walter & Jo Anne twice  they welcomed us into their home with open arms, and a lifetime of friendship began.   May all the Warm & Cherished Memories you hold deep within your Heart help you thru the coming days.  Please know that we mourn with you on Walter's passing.  Love, Thoughts & Prayers are with you all.  

My condolences are with Walter’s family and friends. I met Walt in Jan/09. At the time, I was an electrical apprentice and he was one of the journeymen willing to take me under his wing and mentor me through my apprenticeship. During our years together Walt taught me everything he knew about electrical and every job he had previously worked on. Every story started  by saying “this one time “or “I have a drawing for this”. We would discuss possible causes to the current issues as we were responding. He had a way of allowing free and open thinking without judgement. Allowing me to self-learn and never making me feel less than when I was unable to resolve an issue.  I never truly thanked him for the time, energy, effort, and care he put into me. So here is it, better late than never Thank you from the bottom of my heart.  We spent a lot of time together during my apprenticeship and I really got to know Walt and the kind of person he was. I remember the mid-morning check-in calls from his daughters/granddaughters and instantly he would smile and glow with joy.  He would recap his weekend events with me on Monday morning over coffee and the common theme each and every time was he had spent time with his family and friends: eating too much food, fixing a vehicle or a boat, or some sort of home renovation. Not only did Walter mentor me through my apprenticeship, he mentor me through a time in my life. I would listen to his words of wisdom based on his life experiences. Never forcing his thoughts, opinions, or advice on me only sharing for guidance if I chose to listen. I listen, always, forever. Walt was my friend. A friend who is loving, caring, kind, compassionate, loyal, devoted, accepting, and hardworking. His family’s well-being was his priority in life, always ensuring he was there to help in every way he could. I have and will continue to aspire to be more like you and the attributes that follow your character.  Until we meet again my friend, may you rest in peace

Walter was a genuine dude.

He and the entire Lopata family were wonderful long -time neighbours of our Lewis family; our parents Wendell and Fran loved them.  

I have so many great memories of growing up next door as our families grew; there was always lively activity as I recall ... lots of positive life.  

We are forever grateful for the special efforts Walter and Jo Anne made in our parents’ final years.   I clearly remember Walter’s gentle gesture and kind words to me personally on a day that my Dad was very ill not too long before the time that he passed,  as I loitered lost on the front lawn of 93 Paradise.  

Thank you for being important parts of our lives.

OBITUARIO

Walter Kazimierz Lopata

11 marzo, 1947 – 15 marzo, 2021

Marlatt Funeral Home & Cremation Centre

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