Mr. Walter Merrel Fransen, late of Fort Saskatchewan, formerly of Whitehorse, Yukon, passed away on March 24, 2017 at the age of 81 years. He is survived by his loving family; 2 sons, Jay (Lee Ann) of Cumberland, BC, and Neil of Fort Saskatchewan, AB; 4 grandchildren, Ashley of Cold Lake, AB, Alexandra of Edmonton, AB, Phillip (Kassandra) of Cold Lake, AB, and Matthew (Tiffany) Orlando, Florida; 2 great-grandchildren, Jackson Luger of Cold Lake and Jeremiah Morland of Orlando Florida; 1 sister, Irene Robillard of Ladysmith, BC as well as numerous other family and many dear friends. Walter is predeceased by his wife, Maxine and grandson, Breck.
Donations in Walter’s memory gratefully accepted directly to the Gideon’s Bible Association. Online condolences may be sent through www.riverviewfuneral.com.
Arrangements under the direction of First Memorial Funeral Services - Riverview Chapel, Fort Saskatchewan, AB 780-998-9898.