May whoever read this agree what a unique and wonderful person Walter was. These are a few of the things I have thought of in light of his passing; From the time we first met and each day forward you have influenced me to do so many things, believe in myself and my abilities, to look to others for personal growth and to never doubt others..to "be kind and gentle to everyone you meet" as you would always call out to me when I left after a lesson :). You were more than a teacher to me and so was I more than a student to you, you made sure that I knew that. What we shared transcended both of our ages; a mutual love and respect that could only be understood by others who also shared this type of bond with someone. I know you knew I felt this way, I only wish I could have said it this well before. You are so greatly missed, thank you so much for being everything you were to me, being there for myself and my family in our times of despair, calling me on my birthday every year...I kept every card you gave. Everything you gave I still have and will always have. I always considered you family (but you knew that already! :) ). You touched the hearts and minds of so many people and left an impression that there ARE genuinely good, loving people still in this world. I can only hope that the others you met in your life have been as captivated by your messages as I have been. I love you, please rest peacefully. My condolences to all who share in the grief of his passing, may he live on in our memories and we pass on his teachings in his name, so that someday the world may be a better place.