COURTOREILLE, Walter “Wally”

WALTER “WALLY” COURTOREILLE 1961 – 2023 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Walter Matthew Courtoreille on Wednesday February 15th 2023. Walter passed away peacefully at home at the age of 61.
Walter was born February 21st 1961 in Fort Vermilion, Alberta. He grew up and worked on farms in the Iron Springs, Turin, and Picture Butte area. He was a hard working man from a young age. He eventually became a heavy equipment operator until he had to retire due to health issues. Walter was a talented man with multiple hobbies and interests. He was an outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish, and camp any chance he got. He was a talented artist and musician who could play any instrument handed to him. He had the gift of gab and could strike up a conversation with anyone he met and made friends everywhere he went. He adored his children and grandchildren and bragged about them to anybody who would listen. He was encouraging, accepting, and supportive to everyone who knew him. He was the man who would check up on anyone and call or text to say hello, he will be greatly missed.
Walter is survived by his daughter Darylee Gerard, and his sons Trevor (Sarah) Gerard and Brandon Finley. His three grandchildren Keysha, Cassius and Siarah. His sisters: Darlene Collins, Donna Courtoreille, Shirley (Allen) Higa, Alice (Gerry) Finley and Beverly Sakal. His brothers: Graham Courtoreille and Doc (Francine) Courtoreille. The mother of his children Peggy Gerard, and an honorable mention to his partner of many years Shelley Vielle. As well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families and friends.
Walter was predeceased by his parents John and Violet Courtoreille and his siblings Johnnie Courtoreille, Dennis Courtoreille, Bernice Giroux, Ken Courtoreille, Hughie Courtoreille and Diane Breleand.
A Wake will be held from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM, on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at MARTIN BROTHERS RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, 610-4 Street South, Lethbridge, Alberta.
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