Passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 26th, 2015 at the age of 88 at Grand River Hospital surrounded by his family. Devoted father to Leo, Barbara ‘Sissy’ (Stead), Billy (Janet), Donna (Pete), Walter (Rhonda) and Connie (Eric). Loving ‘Poppy’ to Norman, Shelly, Wendy, Billy, Petie, Michael, Austin and Ashley. ‘Poppy 2’ to Shane, Paige, Cameron, Alex, Braydan and Landon. Walt will be forever remembered by his siblings Maud, Floss, Mame, Don and Clyde, nieces, nephews and many friends. Walt will be rejoining Mary (2001) his wife of 53 years after many years apart. Predeceased by his parents James and Ellen (Mansfield), brothers Bill and Cecil, infant son Walter and grandson Jeffrey (2008). Special thanks to the staff at Grand River Hospital Emergency, ICU2 and ICU for the compassionate care and assistance they provided. Private Funeral Services have taken place. Memorial donations directed to the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family. Friends and relatives are invited to sign Walt’s online book of condolences at: www.couttsfuneralhome.com