WALTER RILEY GROSE passed away surrounded by his family April 9, 2008 at Lethbridge Regional Hospital. He would have turned 88 years old in just a few days. Dad is survived by his beloved wife Ellen of Lethbridge married almost 65 years.

He is also survived by his daughters; MaryEllen Barnes (Ward) of Raymond, AB; Jackie Murray (Ross) of Redcliff, AB. Also surviving Dad are his brothers; Leo Grose (Ruth), Calgary, AB and Harvey Grose (Lona) of Redcliff, AB.

He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren Heather Hay (Richard LeCain); Tammy Gresdal (Jim) of Lethbridge, AB; Leeann Wendt (Nathan) in Japan; Danielle Paul (Alvin); Patrick Riley McDaniel of Medicine Hat, AB.

He was a member of the South Saskatchewan Regiment serving during WWII from 1942-46. Dad was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #006 for 42 years consecutive service. He worked for CNR driving and delivering freight for over 40 years in Drumheller, AB.; his home for many years. Upon his retirement he & Mom enjoyed many winters in Yuma, AZ making many friends.

He was passionate about his family and was devoted to his grandchildren & blessed with great grandchildren; Katie, Cass, Kianne & Carl Joe; Morgan who he lovingly called Tiger; Jennifer, Jordan & Marick; Darren, Abigail, Thomas & Murrie.

Dad's last days were spent in the company of his family. His nieces and nephews came from far and wide to share stories and time with him. He cherished their company.

A Memorial Service will be held in Dad's honor at 1:30 P.M., on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at MARTIN BROS. RIVERVIEW CHAPEL, Lethbridge, AB.

We ask that in lieu of flowers that donations be made in his name to the CNIB, 100 Deveta Place, 410 Stafford Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2L2, Canadian Cancer Society, 317-10th St. S., Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2M7 or the Heart & Stroke Foundation #207, 542-7th St. S., Lethbridge, AB, T1J 2H1.