October 12th, 1937 – March 31st, 2023
Passed peacefully away, after a lengthy illness with dementia at the Private Josiah Squibb Memorial Pavillion on Friday, March 31st, 2023, Walter Tarrant, of Dildo formerly of Harbour Grace aged 85 years.
Predeceased by his parents Bert and Hattie Tarrant; brother Graham; his wife Lottie; brother-in-law Reginald Adams; and sister-in-law Brenda Adams.
Leaving to mourn are his loving partner of 39 years, Pat Johnstone; sons Walter, David, Dean (Tina), and John (Carmen) ; step-son Sean McGowan; 4 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; 4 step-great grandchildren sisters Rose and Joan (Rod) Nicholl; brothers Randell, Reg, and Clyde; brothers-in-law Jack Adams and William (Jan) Adams; sister-in-law Barbara Service; as well as a large circle of nephews, nieces, relatives, and friends.
Walt became a proud member of the Royal Canadian Air Force in 1954, at the young age of 17. He served his country for 23 years, and retired out of Goose Bay in 1977. Following his retirement he spent some time in Dildo before moving to Guelph, Ontario. However, in 1988 he moved back to Dildo to stay with his partner and best friend, Pat.
Walt loved enjoying the great outdoors, whether it be hunting, fishing, or cutting logs no matter what it was, he enjoyed it. He was also a big fan of shed parties with the boys, but most of all he dearly loved spending time at his cabin in Terra Nova.
Pat would also like to thank the staff of 1 south and 1 north, for the great care they took of Walter during his 4 year stay.
Cremation has taken place.
Interment to take place at a later date.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Warren’s Funeral Home, Dildo, NL.
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