Walter Edward Downes Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Walter Edward Downes of Kingston, Ontario, born in Ottawa, Ontario, who passed away at the age of 90, on January 25, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Walter Edward Downes to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter Henry and Ruby Downes; and his sister Ruby (Owen Amundsen). He is survived by: his siblings, Vera (Mel Holden) and Stanley (Mary); his wife Kathryn Downes; his children, Heather (David Skarsgard) of Calgary, Karen (Peter Heysel) of Peterborough and Stephen (Claire Todd) of Ottawa; his grandchildren, Chris Heysel (Breanne), Jack Heysel (Ruby Komisar), Matthew Skarsgard, Fiona Heysel (Alli Christensen), Peter Skarsgard (Olivia Quinn), Liam Downes and Sarah Downes; his brother-in-law Allan Thorn (late Patricia); and his children, Kathryn and Walter. He is also survived by his many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the VON Peterborough-Victoria-Haliburton: https://von.ca the Peterborough Singers, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.