William Walther

Jan. 7, 1937 ~ Aug. 24, 2023

William Phillip Walther, Sr., 86, of Glenvil, passed away Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023. He was born on Jan. 7, 1937, in Glenvil to Phillip and Fannie (Theesen) Walther. He was a member of the Hastings congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.

William devoted himself to bible study, helping those in need, and was a very skilled welder and repairman. As a lifelong farmer, he enjoyed being outdoors and nature, but most of all spending time with his family and grandchildren.

William is survived by his wife, Doris; children, Garland (Leslie), Jacob (Danielle), Felicia (Aaron) Hastings, William Jr. “Wayde” (Emily), 16 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Fannie Walther; daughter, Serena Gibson.

Memorial service will be 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 216 W G St, Hastings.

Condolences can be left online at www.dewittfuneral.com.