Walter was born September 23, 1920 to Karl and Wilhelmine Goerz on the family farm north of Stony Plain, the 8th of 16 children. Walter served in the Canadian Armed Forces during World War II. On December 2, 1947, Walter married the love of his life, Dora Baron. Their union was blessed with five children. After his marriage, he took over the operation of the family farm. Walter continued to farm until the age of 80, when he retired to Stony Plain.
Walter was a lifelong member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Stony Plain. In his retirement he enjoyed travelling with his wife Dora, enjoying their cabin at Lake Isle, and restoring a number of antique cars.
Walter is survived by his wife Dora, sister Lorna, children Ron (Jeanette), Marilyn, Don (Lucy), Glenn, and Stan (Laura) as well as by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
The family wishes to thank the staff and doctors of Westview Continuing Care Centre as well as the pastors and church family of St. Matthew Lutheran Church for their support and care of Walter.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Stony Plain.
Walter’s funeral will take place at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, 5021-52 Avenue, Stony Plain at 1 pm Friday February 3rd, 2023.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ParklandFuneralServices.com for the Goerz family.
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