Walter D. Thieme

Walter Wally Donald Thieme passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at the age of 88. Wally was born on March 14, 1930 in Chicago, Illinois to Walter \u0026 Clara Thieme. Wally graduated from Calumet High School in 1948. After graduation he joined the United States Navy and served as the official Aviation Photographer until his honorable discharge in 1951. He and his family moved to Flagstaff, Arizona where they resided for just over 20 years. He was an original Jaycee in Flagstaff for many years. In 1973, he purchased The View Motel and moved his family to Cottonwood; after selling the motel he sold real estate, from which he retired. He was a life time member of the Elks and an avid model train enthusiast. He enjoyed square dancing with the Cottonwood Roadrunners Square Dance Club for many years. Wally is survived by his six children, Mike Thieme of Utah, Bob Leroy (Janice) Thieme of California, Debi Tabeling of Arizona, Tim (Crystal) Thieme of Arizona, Don Thieme of California, and David Thieme of California. He also leaves behind 22 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gordon. Graveside services will be held at the Resthaven Park Cemetery in Glendale, Arizona on Saturday, September 1st at 9:30am. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital.