Mr. Walter Rebot

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Walter Rebot, loving and devoted husband of 60 years to Sharon (May).

Loving father of Karen (Mike Rivers), Christa (Dave Gunn), and Stephanie (Stephen Tarling). Doting grandfather of Ally and Zach Rivers, Gavin and Dawson Gunn, and Duncan and Griffin Tarling. Loving brother of Romana Owens (d. Garry) and Dr. Morris Rebot (d. Lidia), and brother-in-law to Sandi & Ken McDonald and Guy & Stephanie May.

Predeceased by his mother Roza Czyz, father Stanley Rebot, stepfather Joe Czyz and brother John Rebot.

Very dearly remembered by many nieces and nephews.

Walter loved cars, especially classic cars, and his 1967 marina blue Camaro convertible was his greatest car love of all. He spent a few hours most summer nights at cruise-ins, loving every minute hanging with his “car guys & girls”, many of whom kept in touch during the last two months of his long illness. He loved their chats, but missed seeing them in person at the regular meet-ups. He also showed up for Friday night cards with his longtime GUMA friends for as long as he was able.

Walt was a retired GM supervisor, an inventor, a restaurateur and a deep thinker. He loved flying his microlight airplanes out of his backyard. He was the founder of Durham Obituaries which he ran for 30 years.

And he could build and fix almost anything!

But above all, he loved his family fiercely — and we sure did love him back.

Visitation at Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King St. West, Oshawa, Thursday, May 21st, 4-8 pm, with prayers at 7:30 pm.

Funeral at St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, 597 Albert St., Oshawa, Friday, May 22nd at 10 am, followed by interment at St. Wolodymyr and St. Olha Ukrainian Cemetery, 1112 Prestonvale Rd., Courtice.

A sincere thank you to oncologist Dr. Zalewski, hematologist Dr. Naassan and staff at DRCC, Dr. Morton, Ontario Health at Home and the wonderful care team from Palliative Care LHO that allowed him to pass away at home.

If desired, donations may be made in Walter’s memory to Durham Regional Cancer Centre, Simcoe Hall Settlement House food bank, St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Church, or a charity of your choice.

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