Walter VanWert Rockwell III Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Walter VanWert Rockwell III of Wayland, Massachusetts is shared. Walter, born on October 28, 1961, passed away on August 29, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Walter will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Walter by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Walter is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Walter’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Barbara Rockwell and Walter Rockwell II; and his grandchild Kamalani. He is survived by: his wife Jennifer Rockwell; his children, Ashley, Taylor and Walter IV; his grandchildren, Zen and Nolan; and his siblings, John and Barbara. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to MSA research at Massachusetts General Hospital through the Schmahmann Lab * . If you are unable to donate or would like to do something additional in his honor and memory, the family encourages you to share something you love with someone new.
