Walter Eschtruth's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Grand Ledge, Michigan

Walter Eschtruth

November 6, 1939 - October 15, 2025 (85 years old)

Grand Ledge, Michigan

Walter Eschtruth's obituary , Passed away on October 15, 2025 in Grand Ledge, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel

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Walter Eschtruth

November 6, 1939 - October 15, 2025 (85 years old)

Grand Ledge, Michigan

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Walter Eschtruth Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Walter Eschtruth (Grand Ledge, Michigan), who passed away on October 15, 2025, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his sons, Phil (Gayle) and Andy (Elana); his grandchildren, Ari, Rose, Mira and Renee; his sister Paula; his brother-in-law Michael Buschbacher; his parents, Frank Eschtruth and Miriam Eschtruth of Grand Ledge; his wife Ann Dee Eschtruth (Muellerweiss); his sister Vivian; and his brother-in-law John Finney.

Donations in Walt's memory may be made to: 1) the Grand Ledge Opera House at 121 S. Bridge St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837, gloperahouse.com; or 2) the Rails to Trails Conservancy, 2445 M Street, NW, Ste. 650, Washington, DC, 20037, railstotrails.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel



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October 18, 2025

Donna Hurst wrote a sympathy message

“What a gentle soul! Walt was always warm and welcoming to everyone. He adored his family and was a faithful, steady husband for Ann during her years needing care. Know his heavenly wings awaited him. Donna Hurst Church friend”


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Oct 17

Visitation

Mills Funeral Home - Peters & Murray Chapel
301 E Jefferson St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837

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Oct 18

Visitation

Grand Ledge First United Methodist Church
411 Harrison St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837

Sat

Oct 18

Funeral service

Grand Ledge First United Methodist Church
411 Harrison St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837

Sat

Oct 18

Burial

Oakwood Cemetery
301 Oakwood St, Grand Ledge, MI 48837

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