Walter A. Downey

"Walt"

Hammond

Walter A. Downey, age 84, of Hammond was welcomed into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 19, 2017.
He is survived by his loving wife of 65 Years, Carolyn M. Downey (nee Hoff); four children: Sandy (Dave) Banks, Randy (Judy) Downey, Tim (Mary) Downey and Tammy Simpson; twelve grandchildren: nineteen great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of dear friends.

Preceded in death by his parents, Robie and Alma Downey; son in law Paul Simpson; sister Arlene Campbell.

Funeral Services will be held on Monday, January 23, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. directly at the First Christian Church of Hessville, 6733 Alabama Avenue, Hammond (Hessville) with Dan Nichols minister officiating. Friends are invited to meet with the family for a time of visitation at the church on Monday, morning from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Private burial at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens in Schererville.

Walt was born on June 12, 1932 in Hammond and was a life long resident. He was a longtime faithful member of the First Christian Church of Hessville where he taught a Sunday School Class for at least 20 years.  Walt retired as an independent truck driver. He enjoyed playing guitar, hunting and fishing. Walt will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor and his faithfulness as a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Christian Church of Hessville. For more information you may call Bocken Funeral Home at (219)-844-1600 or visit us at www.bockenfunerals.com.