Walter William BULMER

Walter William Bulmer AMHERST, NS - It is with great sadness the family announces the death of Walter William Bulmer age 67 of Amherst on Sunday, November 11, 2007 at the Georges-L Dumont Hospital, Moncton, NB, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Aulac, NB, he was a son of Gladys (Carter) Bulmer of Amherst and the late Gordon Bulmer. Walter was employed as a heavy equipment operator for Eric Stiles in Aulac, NB and for 21 years for the Department of Transportation, Port Elgin, NB. Known as a # 1 Dad and Papa, Walter was a man who enjoyed life to the fullest. Whether he was gardening, enjoying his fishpond or simply skating on it with his grandchildren, he will be missed for his sense of humor and outlook on life. Some will remember Walter from the auctions or simply puttering around at home. He will be sadly missed by all. Besides his mother, Walter is survived by his best friend and soul mate, the former Janette Despres; his loving children, Jackie (Mike) Cole and Nancy Ripley both of Amherst, Carol Carter of North Vancouver, BC and Patti (Jason Dickie) Bulmer of Leicester, NS, David (Chris) Bulmer of Riverview, NB, and Gordon (Charline) Bulmer of Moncton, NB; three brothers, Murray (Maureen) and Stanley (Ivy) both of Sheffield, NB and Wayne (Janet) of Aulac, NB; one sister, Alice (Percy) Atkinson of Westcock, NB; 13 grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Walter was predeceased by one sister, Doreen Estabrooks. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Campbell's Funeral Home, 98 Church St., Amherst, NS. (902-667-9906) Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at 11 a.m. from Christ Church, Amherst with The Rev. Charlotte Ross officiating. Interment will take place in the St. Charles-Nativity Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in Walter's memory may be made to the Kidney Foundation or the Dialysis Unit of Georges-L. Dumont Hospital. www.campbells-amherst.ca November 12, 2007