JULY 25, 1934 – MAY 10, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Walter Edward Morton on May 10, 2024, at the Cambridge Memorial Hospital from congestive heart failure at 89 years of age.
Dad is survived by his youngest daughter, Patti Larocque (Don), brother, Herbert Morton, niece and many cousins. He is predeceased by his wife, Shirley Morton (1985), oldest daughter, Marcia Hill (2018), parents, Kathleen and Joseph Morton, and siblings: Robert, Irene, Millie and Tom.
Dad was a proud veteran in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1952 to 1957. He served on the destroyer HMCS Huron (G24) during the Korean War. Dad always held people who serve their country in the highest regard.
He was a long standing member of the Preston Royal Canadian Legion Branch 126, and had just been presented with his 50 year membership pin. Over the years he enjoyed playing cards, darts, snooker and shuffleboard with his friends there. Dad was also a proud member of the Cambridge Navy Club, having been a member for over 50 years, and seldom missed the annual Battle of the Atlantic ceremony in Churchill Park, Cambridge.
Many of dad’s friends have gone out of their way to assist and support us during the last several months. I would like to give special thanks to Peter Gates, Bonnie and Peter Domonchuk, and Amanda Kesselring.
Before dad's health deteriorated, you could often find him at the Puslinch Golf Course, where he lived for more than twenty-five years, as well as where he enjoyed his favourite past-time, playing golf and catching up with family and friends at the Nineteenth Hole. During this time, he would also frequent the Hespeler Royal Canadian Legion Branch 272, particularly for their Friday night dinners.
He was a Quality Control Inspector for well over two decades at Franklin Manufacturing Cambridge, where they built large household appliances. He was a very hard worker, and at times had two jobs, including being a delivery driver for George's Restaurant, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Until recently, he could name every street in Cambridge, knew the quickest way from point A to point B, and how many traffic lights or roundabouts we would run into. He was an excellent back seat driver.
Dad and I had a great relationship and could talk about any subject. We would often spend hours playing Cribbage. It was always fun to see who was going to be the winner of the day. I would tease him that I was going to hide his glasses, to give me the advantage. He would in turn, tease me that he would stack the deck.
I would especially like to thank the Nurses, Doctors, and PSWs at Cambridge Memorial Hospital, particularly in the Transitional Care Unit. The care and support Dad and I received was exceptional and I want them to know how much we appreciated everything they did.
In accordance with dad's wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. A private family interment will be held at Mount View Cemetery, also at a later date. Details to follow at Coutts Funeral Home and Cremation Centre.
In lieu of flowers, please consider supporting either the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 126, The Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice.
Arrangements have been made through Coutts Funeral Home & Cremation Centre
