BORN

1941

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

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31 Arch Street

Greenwich, Connecticut

Walter Grierson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 13, 2013.

Walter E. Grierson, longtime resident of Greenwich, CT passed away on March 11, 2013 at his home. He was born in Greenwich on February 6th, 1941 to the late Thomas Grierson and Jane (Newton) Merry and later step-father Harold Merry.
He started his education at Brunswick school, and graduated from Greenwich High school in 1959. As a teen, he worked at Round Hill Service station, and volunteered at Round Hill Fire Company. He married Josephine (Joey) Ziemba in 1964. After serving in the US Army as a tank mechanic, he became a Firefighter for the Town of Greenwich where he worked at Central, Old Greenwich, and Glenville firehouses for 30 years until his retirement. He was an active coxswain for the U.S. Coast Guard Auxillary, and a lifetime member of Glenville Fire Dept.
He is survived by 2 children, Robert (Jennifer) Grierson and Deanna Intrieri;and 5 Grandchildren: David, Matthew and Amanda Intrieri, and Madelyn and Ryan Grierson.
He enjoyed boating and loved the water, and was a longtime sponsor of Ducks Unlimited. He loved spending time with family and especially his grandchildren. He was always helping them with projects, and teaching them to respect nature. He was very social and adored by all who knew him. He would never pass up an opportunity for a cold beer and good conversation with friends.
Calling hours will be Tuesday March 19th from 4-8pm at the Leo P. Gallagher & Son funeral home, 31 Arch St. in Greenwich.
Funeral Services will be held Wednesday morning at 10 am at the funeral home. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Glenville Fire Department.
Online condolences may be made to www.leopgallaghergreenwich.com

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April 12, 2013

Deirdre Rinehart-Nicholls

Dear Griersons, I have many terrific memories of Walt all through my adolescence & early twenties. Great times spent at the beach and 'back country' with both Walt & Joey! (the 50's & 60's) Riding around in his 2seater Tbird.....those were the days:) My Dad & Walt were Volunteer Firemen together in Round Hill. He was a great Eagle Scout and a super fireman too.
Just a great guy! My sincere sympathy & condolences & love.

April 2, 2013

OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU THE SUSKO S

March 31, 2013

Susan Dluz

Grierson Family, It's been many years since I lived in Greenwich, but I always remember Walt, driving in his Jeep, with a smile on his face, and a warm welcome. Be at Peace!

March 23, 2013

deanna and family so sorry to here about your dad. my prays are with you . cathy imbrogno gerardi and roseann imbrogno

March 23, 2013

Richard Jaccheo

Hey Rob sorry for the loss of your father!! may he rest in peace!! my condolence.

March 20, 2013

Barb Smith

Hi My name is barb i worked for the Rhines so i knew your father , sorry for your loss. my prayers are with you.

March 20, 2013

Richard & Maureen Detmer

With our deepest and heartfelt condolences.

March 19, 2013

Dearest Dee and Family:

What a fine man your Dad Walter was. He was handsome beyond any Hollywood standards.

He was also honorable and he had a good sense of humor. I hope YOU, his daughter Dee, and your brother, whom I've never met, know how lucky you are to have a fine father like Walter. He set standards for you all to live by. My own father did that for me, and I'm grateful for it.

I know you will always keep your Dad's loving, beautiful image alive for your kids.

I hope your children understand that their Grandpa, Walter, would never leave them, because he loved them terribly, without reservation, beauteously. Your grandpa wanted them to thrive in their lives! He wanted nothing but the best for them!

It is the saddest thing for me not to be with you all. I used to live in Amenia; it breaks my heart not to be with you and your children, Dee, at this time.

All my love to you. Margaret Swendseid

March 19, 2013

To Walt's Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Walt will be missed very much.
The Officers, Governors, and Members of
the Mianus River Boat & Yacht Club.

March 19, 2013

William Timmerman

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

March 19, 2013

Patti Riggans (Verdon)

Rob & Family,

So sorry for your loss. My condolences. My thoughts & prayers are with you all.

March 19, 2013

Christian Horch

Time has passed and we have all gone our seperate ways, but the times we all spent together will always be cherished and now truely missed, I am sorry to hear you have left, and my heart goes out to those who were left behind. Rest in peace Walter, you will always be remembered.

March 19, 2013

Marty Scales

A Good Man is NEVER Forgotten. Until We Meet Again Walt...

March 19, 2013

Tina Mislivets (Timmerman)

Dear Mrs. G, Rob, and Deanna and all the kids...We are SO sorry for your loss!

March 18, 2013

Rhonda Johnson

Dear Family,
Not Gone, Just Gone Ahead...
I will miss you Walter.
God Bless!

March 18, 2013

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.

March 18, 2013

Gary & Susie Hoffkins

Rob and family ~. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your father was a great man and will be forever in our hearts.

March 18, 2013

Lynda Newton Donahue

Dee and Rob, Your dad was like a big brother to me, and made me feel like the little sister. We spent summers together at Nan's. He will be greatly missed as a brother cousin and best friend. Love to you all. Sorry I can't be there.
Blessed Be

March 18, 2013

Heidi Jackson

To Walter's family: may you find comfort in knowing that you were a loving part of such a beautiful and kind man. I shall treasure the memories.

March 18, 2013

Mike Fratello

Rob&family,
Very saddenned to hear of the passing of Walter. Will always remember the times with him at Station 4. Thoughts and prayers with you.

March 18, 2013

John and jeanettazehalka Zehalka

zeke and I will miss our good friend. Always there with a sense of humor and a desire to help. We spoke to him in January waiting for him to return to Florida for a visit. Our thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time. Wishing you peace Walter.

March 17, 2013

Tina Breen

March 17, 2013

Tina Breen

Rob Jenny and kids,my deepest sympathy to you.Poppy was a good man and listener, he helped me when my father passed.We had a lot of good times, I never got to take him for his ride in the vett.My thoughts and prayers are with you!

March 17, 2013

May he rest in peace! A Dad, Grandfather, Listener, Always there when needed. A positive person, in deed! He will be greatly missed! Love to you, Dee and your family.
A Friend Always, AMY THOMPSON
(Amenia, NY)

March 16, 2013

Robbie & Dee, So saddened to hear of Dad's passing. We were in touch with him last winter, when he was here. We saw him just before he headed back. Our love and prayers are with all of you. The Turnbulls

March 16, 2013

Tom Sorensen Jr.

Rob & Deanna so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thought's and prayer's are with you during this difficult time.

March 16, 2013

Marie Romaniello

Heartfelt sympathy to you all, especially Joey, Rob & Deanna. I will always remember Walter as a former classmate and a good neighbor for many years. I will also miss his friendly smile and chats whenever we met at the supermarket. Prayers are with you. Love & peace.

March 16, 2013

Fred Lambert

Dear Rob and Dee so very sad and sorry to hear of your Dads passing, we will all miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, May God Bless.

March 16, 2013

Robyn Kosheluk- LeBourveau

Rob & Deanna, I'm so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. He was a sweet loving man . My prayers are with you & your family!!

March 16, 2013

Jeannine Wojnas

To Walt's family: Thinking about all of you with sympathy. In times of sorrow, words most needed seem difficult to say. I attented your father's wedding some 49 years ago to the lovely Joey, and now I will be attending his funeral. Walt (also known as Pappy) was a great help to me over the years with his gift of carpentery workmanship. I will miss his jokes and sense of humor. Hoping you will find comfort knowing that warm thoughts and sympathy are with you.

March 16, 2013

Marcia coyle

WALTER will be so missed by me an d my family. Helping my husband with ramps and helping me with everything around the hour, always so cheerful and smiling. I am truly sorry.

March 16, 2013

Dear Rob and Deanna,

I am saddened by the death of your father. I knew Walt for the 35 years I operated Super Handy Hardware in Glenville.
Whether from the firehouse across the street or his handyman activities, his frequent presence was always enjoyable and I will miss him.
We have lost a good man.

Roger Bacon, Darien

March 15, 2013

Dee Intrieri

Daddy, you will be very missed by all. I thank you for all that you have done for our family. You were our go to person and our handy man. Now you are with the other part of the family. REST IN PEACE !!! I MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU VERY MUCH !! YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS! XOXOXOXOXOXO

March 15, 2013

Dee intrieri

Daddy, you will be very missed. I thank you for all you have done for our family.You were everything to us especially our handy man. Now your with the other part of the family. REST IN PEACE! I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH! YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS!

March 15, 2013

Patrick Collins

I know Walter by seeing him at the transfer station and the Auxiliary Coast Guard. I always enjoyed the upbeat conversations,trademark smile and his contagious laugh. You will be missed at Holly Hill and the docks of Byram. Good sailing my friend.

March 15, 2013

Ex-Chief Dave Robbins

Rob; So sorry to hear of your dsd's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him for many years at Central. He was a good friend and proud fireman.May he rest in peace.

March 15, 2013

Sharon & Pat Camiglio

Dear Rob & Jen & family,
We are so sorry, to hear of your Dads passing. He was a great guy and will be sadly missed, by so many.
Our thoughts & prayers and Deepest Sympathy, to you & your Family.
May he rest in peace.

March 15, 2013

Kevin Perna

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

March 15, 2013

Noelle Beede

Sorry to hear this, Walt was a great guy, happy and fun.

March 14, 2013

Marty Armstrong

To Walt's Family - Please accept my condolences for your loss. I will keep Walt in my prayers.

March 14, 2013

Mike Puterbaugh

Walt and I were partners for over 15 years in the Fire Department. My heart breaks for Rob and Deanna. I am going to miss my partner and all of the great times we shared.
Mike and Kathy Puterbaugh

March 14, 2013

Will Pendleton

Walter, You served your country and your community well. You live on in the memories of all that knew you or had the great opportunity to work with you. Go in peace and know that you have left a legacy to be carried on by those that have come after you.

March 14, 2013

J.D. McAulay

To Walt's family, I was very sad to hear that he passed. I remember him from the time I was a kid when he worked at Strain's gas station, and later on, when he worked for so many years at Central Station with my uncle Bob. Always happy, always smiling, and the two of them always teasing each other. I have many, many fond memories, and I hope he and uncle Bob meet again.
Most Sincerely,
J.D. McAulay
Round Hill Fire Company
Southbury Fire Department

March 14, 2013

Natalie and Douglas Baran

Walter, you will be missed, but hold many memories in our hearts!
Our heartfelt condolences goes to all of the Grierson family. We love you.

Douglas, Natalie and Emily Baran

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