Walter grew up in Connecticut and moved to Arizona in 1993. He worked for several mortgage companies and then Lennar for 20 years. He had a passion for mentorship and he and his wife hosted many exchange students. Although he didn’t have children of his own, he strove to become a father to each of them. Walter was a diehard Diamondbacks fan. He loved bowling, playing softball, travelling, photography, music, going to concerts and loved ALL things Japanese.
He will be sadly missed by his wife, Shelly Boswell; sister, Karen Atherton of Springfield, VT many nieces, nephews, and foreign exchange students. He was preceded by his sister, Linda Grant of Milton, WV; mother, Connie Boswell; and father, Roland Boswell.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at 4:00pm followed by a Celebration of Life at 5:00pm located at Mariposa Gardens Funeral Care, 400 S Power Rd Mesa, AZ 85206. Memorial donations can be made in Walter’s honor to Future Song Foundation at futuresong.org