Walt was a good friend and my boss at Southwestern Bell. I had the privilege to work with him several times. We supported and trusted each other through some challenging times. He was my mentor and helped my career at SWBT. Outside of work we were brothers in Christ and shared a love to serve the church as elders. Many times we shared our challenges from our respective churches (me at Highland Oaks) and encouraged each other. I always came away from out discussion with renewed hope and dedication as an elder because of his influence on my life. I always enjoyed our business trips to St. Louis as I could spend more time gaining his wisdom for work and life. I will miss him so much. I look forward to seeing him again in our eternal home.