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Wally had a love for fishing, but not so much for going to High School. He may not have graduated with honors, but he was one of the smartest guys I have ever known. This was illustrated time and time again through his many successful Business Ventures. I was always impressed by what he could do, but never surprised.
At some point in high school, Wally met a lovely young lady named Dorothy. I thought they were a great match for each other, so it was no surprise when, about a year after high school, they got married. I had the honor of being Wally's best man as he was for me some years later. Wally and Dorothy went on to raise a family with wonderful kids and eventually grandkids. 
Over the years we became separated by some miles, but never by heart or mind.
Whenever we got together or talked on the phone, Wally and I always liked to take turns sharing the crazy stories from our youth. They probably became a bit embellished over the years, but it was still lots of fun. We had some nice visits with our families but, of course, I now wish we could have had even more time together.
I will always cherish the many years and memories that Wally and I had together. 
RIP my BFF. 
Until we meet again . . .


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Wally had a love for fishing, but not so much for going to High School. He may not have graduated with honors, but he was one of the smartest guys I have ever known. This was illustrated time and time again through his many successful Business Ventures. I was always impressed by what he could do, but never surprised.
At some point in high school, Wally met a lovely young lady named Dorothy. I thought they were a great match for each other, so it was no surprise when, about a year after high school, they got married. I had the honor of being Wally's best man as he was for me some years later. Wally and Dorothy went on to raise a family with wonderful kids and eventually grandkids. 
Over the years we became separated by some miles, but never by heart or mind.
Whenever we got together or talked on the phone, Wally and I always liked to take turns sharing the crazy stories from our youth. They probably became a bit embellished over the years, but it was still lots of fun. We had some nice visits with our families but, of course, I now wish we could have had even more time together.
I will always cherish the many years and memories that Wally and I had together. 
RIP my BFF. 
Until we meet again . . .



Wally was, and will always be, my absolute best friend. We were BFFs for decades before it became popular.
I first met Wally in junior high and we became Inseparable friends throughout our high school years. We spent a great deal of time at each other's homes and it was as if we had two sets of parents and families. We had numerous fun adventures together, many of which became our treasured stories to share for all the years to follow.
Examples:
>Marathon Dart Tournaments with a dart in my behind. (Me: "Ouch!)
>Marathon badminton tournaments where Wally, one time, put on Vicks VapoRub instead of underarm deodorant. (Wally: "Ouch!")
>Parked outside in the winter trying to drink frozen beer.
>Asbach Brandy milkshakes. 
>Splitting a bottle of ketchup to put on a plates full of homemade French fries.
>Working together at the Jewel T with after-hour clean-up night fun.
>Getting matching speeding tickets from the Westmont Chief of Police.
>AWOL from school adventures.
>When Wally snuck hot wax on my pizza that I never noticed.
>Sharing lunch in science class and then again at lunchtime. 
> 10-pound cake (Napoleon Pastry) at lunchtime. 
(Wally brought me a piece the last time we saw each other).
>Numerous trips, on the Burlington train, for adventures in Chicago.
>Being a translator for Wally, "the Danish exchange student".
>And, of course, tons of White Castle hamburgers and whipped cream from the can.
These are just some of many FUNTASTIC memories.
Besides the fun stuff, we had some serious discussions to help each other get through those hormonal teenage years. Wally was such an easygoing guy. I could always count on his calming wisdom. And, he was funny too!

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Wally was such a fun, kind, gentle, funny man. My dad and him created so many memories, funny memories, cherished memories quite honestly.  Cindy and I  would paint his fingernails while he slept,  and he would get up and get ready for work, realize his nails were painted. Cindy and I would sit and wait to hear him yell our names. We shared a birthday together,  I'm going to miss telling him happy birthday.  I love you wally , please hug my dad for me, and try to stay out of trouble. R.I.P.

Wally so many things you can say about Wally funny witty all around the good guy. I will always remember my dad Roger and Wally getting into all kinds of crazy trouble. When mom one of the flower garden Wally and Roger came back sometime after midnight with a flower garden not sure who’s yard they got that from but there was a flower garden in our yard. For some odd reason they wanted to go fishing not sure why they couldn’t take the boat to the lake so they put the boat in the pool and they went fishing beer poles and no fish what great memories. Wally you will be dearly missed please say hi to my dad enjoy the rest of the time fishing U2 should have a great time up there try not getting kicked out of heaven



October 1963, Wally and I were both married, no children, in the north woods at lake Chetac, Wisconsin. Clean air, beer in one hand and a fish is the other. We just didn't think life could get any better than that. I miss those days. So long buddy, Shalom.

I've been pondering what to share about my dear Uncle Wally. So many great memories have already been mentioned that stick in my mind as well:
His love for White Castle, and knowing he always had to go there when he came to visit us in the Chicago area.  Some people may not get it, but I have always loved those sliders too!
I also fondly remember, as my brothers have shared, how we lined up to have him squirt the whipped cream straight from the can, when we visited him and his family in AZ. He definitely made an impact on us with that very enjoyable moment! 
My Uncle Wally has also always reminded me of his dad, our beloved Grandpa Andersen. They both shared the gift of telling jokes and stories that we cherished so much. Their humor and smiles will always hold a place in my heart. 
I'm sending hugs and my love to everyone affected by the loss of such a great man, especially Aunt Dorothy, my cousins, and my mom (Char) who was blessed with such a special brother. 

My first memory of Wally was seeing him and his father walking into the building where I worked as a young woman, The Federal Savings and Loan Corporation . Wally and his dad were known as the Danish carpenters who were brave enough to work on Real Estate Owned properties in the worst areas in and around Chicago.  I actually thought they were from Denmark and didn’t speak English! 
A few years later I married Wally’s brother and he became my English speaking brother in law. Wally treated me like a younger sister. He was a ton of fun and we spent many good times together. 
When my first baby was born Wally tiled my kitchen floor while I was in the hospital. He told me to ask Dorothy if I had any questions about caring for baby Danny. He said that Dorothy knew everything there was to know about babies.  He loved her so. 
My most precious memory came when Danny St died and Wally came and stayed by my sons side throughout the days of sadness.  He also visited me and told me to be happy, that life is too short to live in sadness .  I am grateful that he was part of my life and I send much love to his dear family. 

We were so sad to hear about Uncle Wally and send all our love to you all. We started to reminisce with the kids, and of course, the clearest memory they had was when their Grandpa passed.

Uncle Wally came to stay with us which was lovely. We had some great meals and long chats together over the dinner table but the best one? The night of White Castles.

I had heard, some years before, that Wally would bring home White Castles for everyone when he visited Illinois, a massive box of them, a family tradition and very Wally. Not knowing much about White Castles, I took the "Box of 100 Sliders" as a slight exaggeration. 

One night during his stay with us, Wally drives off and returns with the biggest box of White Castles I had ever seen. He looked positively gleeful as he opened up that box. Yep, 100 sliders lined up in neat little rows, happily nestled in their little boxes. Dylan and Calleigh were dumbstruck. They stood there staring at this massive number of sliders - there was no way we were going to eat 100 sliders! He must have invited guests? Uncle Wally assured them he had not. They were just for us. Uncle Wally became, at that moment, a legend. He joined their Grandfather, he of the Black Cows "just because and don't tell your Mom". 

The kids believe we ate all 100 sliders in one sitting. We did not, it took a few hours and I know for sure that Wally snuck down around midnight for another snack from some he had hidden in the fridge. For the kids, their Great Uncle and that Box of Sliders is still talked of with awe. Considering Dylan was just 5 and Calleigh only 3 at the time...that's pretty amazing.

He will be missed. 
xoxoxox




Uncle Wally, 
I have fond memories of visiting you and the family in AZ.  You were always light hearted and telling jokes making the visits very fun!!  I also remember the whip cream getting sprayed into my mouth right out of the can which was one of my favorite memories!! You will be missed.

Wally…my big brother ❤️ Remembering: Wally watched over me, ever since I was a baby ❤️ He visited the neighborhood “shop” , a treasury of interests in a house, to surprise me with a gift for my birthday. I was too little to go along but he would come home with stamps for his collection  and models that I loved to watch him build. I was always amazed at the patience he had, especially for the ships that were displayed on our fireplace mantle. ❤️ Oh! Our magic shows! We (Wally, Danny and I) would pour over a mail order catalog, deciding on the best tricks to perform for dad and mom in the basement. ❤️ Wally also took an interest in photography and the upstairs bathroom became his dark room…He went on to create our first movie starring Danny and I. ❤️ He would drive us into Hinsdale to trick or treat cause they gave the big candy bars. ❤️ Loved our times at the show in Westmont and Pleshers for a soda (always his treat) ❤️ His music and trumpet…so good he had a week spent one summer on a college campus. ❤️ I’m thanking God for so many special times and thankful that I am his sister. 

Uncle Wally,
One of my first memories of spending time with you and the AZ family is watching football at your house and always “topping” off the visit with whipped cream straight from the can! I also remember years ago when I first started playing fantasy football my mom telling me how you were into it and calling you up for some advice and talking to you for quite some time about it! Your sense of humor and fun spirit is something that will always be remembered! Thanks for all the memories, Rest In Peace.

My Uncle Wally always made all of us laugh any summer when our family came to visit. He made it fun to be a kid! He was funny and always had the pool ready to jump into. I will always remember his kindness, glowing blue eyes, and his wonderful laugh! 

When Cindy first introduced me to Wally and Dorothy in Springerville, AZ , 1985, they welcomed me like family. Wally even let me use his boat, and brother Mark; now brother-in-law- went fishing that day! Over the years Wally and I had some amazing fishing, Vegas trips , Laughlin trips,Cardinals vs Bears,   golf, pool and darts, I could go on and on. About 1995 Wally introduced me to fantasy football- and I've been hooked ever since. It was quite  ironic that he and I were even matched up this very last weekend, and of course his team beat mine! I will always cherish my great memories with Wally, you will be SO missed, Rest In Peace 



I remember Mr. Andersen as a man of quiet authority.  I offer my deepest condolences to the Andersen family. I know that he will be deeply missed. 

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Walter Alfred Andersen

12 avril 1943 – 29 novembre 2021

Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services – Golden Door

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