Passed away peacefully at the Greater Niagara General Hospital with his family at his side on Sunday February 3, 2019 in his 91st year. Beloved husband of the late Mary Sheila Butler (2018). Loving father of Barbara Cote, David Butler, Ron (Lisa) Butler and the late Kevin Butler (2016). Caring grandfather of Breann (Jeff Fines) Cote, Brooke (Andy Hunter) Cote, Brad Cote, Sean Butler, Keith Butler, Ryan (Jaime Reiley) Butler, Kyle (Candice) Butler, Kristen (Dan) Keil and Aaron (Meghan) Butler. Great-grandfather of Sophie, Nicolas and Noah. Fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends. Walter was Born on Bell Island Newfoundland. In 1967 Walter and Mary settled with their family in Niagara Falls. After 26 years as a skilled loader operator at Queenston Quarries he retired in 1993. Walter was an avid pool and cribbage player for many local teams in the area. In his retirement he enjoyed watching his son and grandchildren play baseball and hockey and cheering for the Toronto Blue Jays and Toronto Maple Leafs. Walter’s family wish to thank the staff of Bella Senior Care Residence for their kind care and compassion during his stay with them. Walter’s family will receive friends at MORSE & SON FUNERAL HOME, 5917 Main St. Niagara Falls, on Wednesday from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm. A Funeral Mass in celebration of his life will be held at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 4673 Victoria Avenue in Niagara Falls on Thursday at 11 am. Cremation will follow with an interment of ashes at a later date at Fairview Cemetery. Those who wish may make a memorial donation to Project Share or the Niagara Falls Humane Society. Memories, photos and condolences may be shared at www.morseandson.com.