Jerry “Painter” Walter, 59, of Tiffin, OH passed away at his home on Sunday, October 25, 2020. He was born October 21, 1961 in Fremont, OH to James “Jim” and Jeanne (Snyder) Walter. He was a 1980 graduate of Fremont Ross High School. He enjoyed hunting and was a lifelong painter. Jerry is survived by his mother, Jeanne Walter; Fremont, OH; sister, Jane Ann (Scott) Johnston, Cleveland, OH; girlfriend, Cheryl Sikora, Tiffin, OH. He was preceded in death by his father.
Visitation Friday, October 30, 2020 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St., Fremont, OH 43420.
The use of face masks is required while indoors at all services. Social distancing will be observed throughout all services with wait times taking place outdoors. If you would prefer, you may express your condolences at www.whhfh.com or call the funeral home at 419-332-6409 to request that your name be signed in the guest book.
A service and burial will be held private for the family.
Burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be made in his honor to the Humane Society of Seneca County, 2811 S. OH 100, Tiffin, OH 44883
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Tonya Conner
PAINTER ;YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY!! MY PINK FLAMINGO BUDDY. RIHP.
Jeff Sikora
Brother Vike enjoyed your friendship while with my sister. RIP pal
John and Brenda Havens
Jeanne and Jane,
We are so very sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing. You both are in our prayers. We both have great memories of painter.
With love,
Bev Swihart
Jeanne and Jane,
I am so sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing. You both are in my thoughts and prayers and hope you are doing well at this time. My sympathy to your entire family.
Diane Smith
Condolences from the Tim Smith family. May he rest in peace.
Jack and Shirley Johnston
Condolences and our prayers to mother and daughter. The Painter was so young. We know he is with his maker now.
Steve & Nancy Pfefferle
Prayers to all
Nancy and Tom Pfefferle
Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Kathy and Ron Stout
Jeanne and Jane-
Our sincerest sympathies to you.
Donna and Terry Thatcher
Jeanne and Jane,
Out heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you.
Sincerely. Donna and Terry Thatcher
Larry and Judy Overmyer
Jeanne and Jane,
So very sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. Keeping
you in our thoughts and prayers!
Kathy Arndt
Sympathy to you Jeanne and your family
Kathy and Tim Arndt
Doug and Debby Wilbur
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in Peace Painter – Pray for us!
Doug and Debby Wilbur
Pam Binau
Jeanne & Jane, So many fond memories of Jerry and your family – he was only 13 when we moved in behind you Sweet memories….. Love & Prayers, Pam & Dick
Sue & Bill Pfefferle
Our prayers are with you at this time.
Arlene Lenhart
Jeanne and Jane, i am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
Arlene Lenhart
Jeanne Warren
Jeanne and family, so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. It isn’t right we should have to bury our children. We can only trust in the Lord’s decisions but I surely question them in my life and am sure you are asking “why” also. Prayers for you and family.
Jeanne Warren
Lou Schwartz
Jeanne & Jane
Sometimes God picks the flower that is still in full bloom; sometimes
the rosebud’s chosen that we feel He picked too soon.
Our heartfelt prayers are with you.
Sorry about your loss.
Janet & Lou SchwartzL
Larry and Virginia Otermat
Jeanne and Jane, very surprised to hear of Jerry’s passing. You have our sympathy.
Cheryl Otermat
So many memories of Jerry going all the way back from the day you brought him home from the hospital! Watching him grow up was a joy! My love and prayers are with you Jeanne and Jane Ann during this difficult journey…may you find comfort and peace in the memories you hold dear.
LYNN AND LINDA MARTIN
Jeanne and Jane,
We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in our hearts and prayers. Thinking of the memories we share. Jeffrey also sends his condolences.
May God be with you and comfort you,
Lynn and Linda
Jane and Al leonard
Jeanne and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and have our condolences and prayers.
Jane and Al leonard
Jeanne and family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and you have our condolences and prayers.
Kim leiser love
Jeanne and Jane thoughts and prayers for you during this difficult time. May the love of family and friends surround and comfort you During this difficult time.
Shirley A Ratzmann
So sorry Jeanne for your loss. You and your family have my sincere sympathy. Prayers for you and your family.
Amy Michael Leadford
Jeanne and Jane, so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. He was such a kind person.
May he rest in peace.