Condolence: I have spent the past 15 years thinking about Walt, wondering where he was. I recorded an album in 2007 and I tried to find him then but couldn’t. I wish so bad that he could’ve heard it. Today I was thinking about him today and I found this. I’m in tears because everyone’s messages ring so true. Walt was a beautiful man. We had him over one year for a holiday dinner because that’s how much we loved him. Walt would always say to me “stay in the light” and we still say that in my family. I know he is in the light now.

Condolence: Walter in his life journey has been a friend and talented teacher to many. He will be remembered for his thoughtfulness and kind and caring manner and his ability to inspire each person that he taught. He will be remembered always through his legacy of music that he has left for us to enjoy! Vernon Avery

Condolence: I met Walt about twenty five years ago when he played with his band in my neighbors basement. Every time I hear the song "Foxy Lady" by Jimi Hendrix, I think of him. We remained friends for several years before we lost touch. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and close friends. Sleep well Wolf.

Condolence: I would just like express my condolences for Walt Young's passing. I was a student of Walt's about a decade ago throughout my teenage years, and he was the most passionate person about music that I have ever met. He was a truly gifted guitarist, with a dedication and knowledge that all musicians strive to achieve. Although we lost contact as our paths parted, I've always remembered the fond memories of our lessons together, and today I attempt to carry on that enthusiasm and passion towards music that I learned from Walt through my own teaching of the guitar.

Condolence: I was a student of walters for 10 years, he was a great man, I considered him a friend he not only taught a lot about music but he gave me alot of lessons in life. I remember him being very energetic , and he had alot of great stories to tell, and he was really funny. I always will think of him when i drive past olive and albert st. I will remember him forever. I remember this quote walter had on his fridge and it go goes like this " I will be strong i will live on, i am a warrior." I will listen to your music and remember you forever I am going to miss you buddy love shane

Condolence: I still remember our first day of school together. It was Port Whitby's only school and was appropriately called Brock Street. It was grade one. Walter and I were two young anxious and scared little boys. We were all alone in the class room sitting in those old fashion desks with the ink wells. We waited for the day to start and the other children to arrive. We didn't know what to expect on that first day but I also remember it was the day Walter and I became close friends. We were both only children with no friends and we were drawn together on that first day. For many years afterward we played together. Walt was the brother I never had. Many a day I spend at Walt's place. In fact, that was when Walt and I first taught ourselves how to play guitar. He became so good. Walt was ahead of his time. He had long hair when it wasn't cool. Over the years we drifted apart. On occasion, I would look him up and we would talk about the old days and how much fun we had as boys together. Those years I remember with warmth. I've had a very fortunate life and I know that Walt was not so lucky. My last visit with him in his apartment over Vince's barbershop was about two years ago. After that visit I felt that Walt was very happy. He was very much into the Lord and I could tell that his life had changed as a result. It was with sadness tonight that I was told of his passing and I regret that I was not aware of his struggle. I would have liked to have been there for him at the end. God bless you Walter.

Condolence: 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.

Condolence: With heaviness of heart we say goodbye to Walt,he left us way too soon.He was a kind giving man with a teachers heart.With warmth ,Please remember the gifts he shared. So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption,and this mortal shall have put on immortality,then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written,O death where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?But thanks be to God,which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.We have all been so blessed to have known Walter..In Walt's words"everthing will be o.k."see you later my friend...I pray strength & peace to all who knew him.