Walter Douglas Gowanlock age 75 of Smithers, passed away on October 6, 2013 in Prince George.
He was born December 25, 1937 in Smithers, where he grew up and went to school.
Walter joined the military in 1961, where he served with the Canadian Peacekeepers in Cyprus, and in the Middle East. He retired from the military in 1986 and moved back to the Bulkley Valley where he enjoyed the outdoors, fishing and hunting.
He is survived by his two sisters: Patricia Ann Oulton of Edmonton, and Merrie Irene Pigeon of Edmonton, one brother: Gustav Gunnar Lundquist of Kelowna, and by numerous nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place. A private family gathering will be held at a later date.
R.A. Schrader Funeral Services
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