Walter C. Tillinghast

Tillinghast, Walter C., passed away peacefully on Wednesday June 24, 2015, surrounded by his family. He leaves behind his loving and caring Wife, Barbara L. Tillinghast. They were blessed with four children.  Susan A. Tillinghast Sears and her Husband, Roger, Scot A. Tillinghast and his wife, Deb, Robert W. Tillinghast and his wife Renee, and Jonathan E. Tillinghast and his wife Krissy. A Generation of 11 Grandchildren.  Christine, Ryan, Jaclyn, Katelyn Joshua, Matthew, Nicole, Jordan, Lyla, Silas, and Elias. Great Grandchildren: Caleb, Autumn,Sadie, and Everley. Walter was involved  in  several organizations,  Bryant College, Women and Infants Hospital, Home for little Wanderers, Friends of St. Patrick. He was a man of honor and truth.  He believed in being the best in whatever he did.  Walter was fearless of expressing new ideas to help the organizations he was involved in. Most especially, he honored and loved his wife, Barbara for 56 years.  His legacy will be carried on through his Family. Walter has left a permanent impression on our hearts forever. “Whatever God brings you to, He will bring you through”.

Visiting hours will be held from 4:00-8:00PM Sunday evening at Alexander F. Thomas and Sons Funeral Home, 45 Common Street, Walpole, MA 02081. Funeral will be Monday, June 29, 2015 at 11:00 am at The Anglican Church of the Redeemer, 31 Hayward Street, Franklin, MA 02038.

Please, In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:
Anglican Church of the Redeemer
31 Hayward Street
Franklin, MA 02038

Thomas & Sons
Walpole, MA
tel: 508-668-0154

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