1935 – 2017

SUMNER — Robert G. Walder, 81, of Sumner, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, Jan. 1.

He was born April 23, 1935, in the Bronx, N.Y., to Lovell and Margaret Walder, and was educated in Mt. Vernon, N.Y.

He joined the Mt. Vernon Volunteer Fire Department and held offices, including four years as deputy chief. He joined the Sumner Volunteer Fire Department, serving a total of 58 years of active service. Bob also served his country as a proud member of the U.S. Marines. He worked for Mobil Oil in Staten Island, N.Y., and retired from Boise Cascade paper mill in Rumford.

Bob was a member of West Sumner Universalist Church. He enjoyed working in his workshop and in his kitchen. He loved to share his creations. He may be best-known for his potato salad, olive dip and his pickles. He especially enjoyed his time spent with friends and family.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; son, Scott Walder, and his wife, Heather; stepsons, Kevin Dillingham and his wife, Stacy, Dennis Dillingham, and Dean Dillingham and his wife, Kim, and their families; and a brother, Edward.

Bob was predeceased by his parents; a sister, Marilyn; and a stepson, Jeffrey.

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