Walter Joe Widener's obituary , Passed away on May 11, 2026 in Damascus, Virginia

Walter Joe Widener

August 5, 1940 - May 11, 2026 (85 years old)

Damascus, Virginia

Walter Joe Widener's obituary , Passed away on May 11, 2026 in Damascus, Virginia

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Hux & Lipford Funeral Home

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Walter Joe Widener

August 5, 1940 - May 11, 2026 (85 years old)

Damascus, Virginia

Walter Joe Widener Obituary

The memory of Walter Joe Widener of Damascus, Virginia, who passed away on May 11, 2026 at the age of 85, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though Walter may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Walter touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clarence Widener and Mary Ellen Eggers Widener; and his siblings, Patsy Rice and Ed Widener. He is survived by: his wife Mary Roberts Widener; and his children, Maurice Widener (Pat) and Valorie Widener.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 16th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Mausoleum Chapel, Knollkreg Cemetery, Abingdon.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hux & Lipford Funeral Home



Sat

May 16

Visitation

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Sat

May 16

Graveside service

3:00 PM

Mausoleum Chapel, Knollkreg Cemetery, Abingdon

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