Walter Lehmann

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Uncle Walt never failed to take the time to talk with children/young adults about things which they considered to be important. I spent many, many hours of my life, talking with him about paleontology, anthropology, endangered species, humane animal farming, and our connection to God and Mother Earth. Walt would look with interest at my fossil collection and my pictures of my travels through Nepal and India, watch films with me about Panda bears, ask me about my vegetarian curry recipes...and for each and every moment we were together, he made me feel heard, loved, and significant...Few people in my life have consistently made me feel that exchanging ideas with them (even when we disagreed) would inevitably produce contentment and greater wisdom for us both. I will is him.

Uncle Walt was such a blessing to so many. I will always remember his deep spirituality and love for his family. He had a wonderful gift of being able to be in the moment; pray, laugh, and listen. We were blessed. I am happy to know that he and Aunt Peg are back together. So many things come to mind...He was absolutely the best corn hole player I have ever seen (never mind the fact he was 89) those years in the south taught that Chicago kid how to throw horseshoes. I will never forget Thanksgiving 2001 and the private moments we shared reflecting, after talking with Roy at ground zero, our laughter and tears. That is a treasure in my life that I will always be grateful for. I hope that one day I can reflect to those in my life the type of faith, listening, quiet spirit and love that he shared with us. Know you are in our thoughts and prayers as you come to terms with your loss.

Uncle Walt and Aunt Peggie were two of the most affectionate and kind people in my life. Growing up, I saw their relationship, like that of my own Mom and Dad, as defining the kind of marriage that I continue to think of as "ideal." They will continue to hold important places in my memories.

A Great Man. Sorry we are unable to attend. Bill and Trudy