Peacefully on Sunday December 14, 2008 Walter “Wally” Roberts at the age of 80 years old, passed away. A deeply devoted husband, he will be greatly missed by his beloved wife and soul mate Rose whose friendship and love has spanned over 60 years. Loving father to Dr. Michael Roberts and Carrie Clark, Ronnie, Lawrie & Lori, Jeffrey & Rhonda and his cherished 10 grandchildren Rebecca, Cody, Jordan, Daniel, Adam, Jacob, Sarah, Dara, Danielle and Erin. Brother to Herbie & Karen Roberts of Syracuse, NY and brother of the late Frank Roberts. Walter embraced every moment that life gave him. His natural warmth touched the lives of all those whom he befriended. Walter was very generous to family and friends. He was especially proud of the countless hours he devoted to community service through the Lion’s Club and the Masons. His courage and strength through the last several years of his declining health is an inspiration to all of us. Walter was the founder of Walter Roberts Insurance Brokerage, an insurance agency that is distinguished and respected by the community. Sincere thanks to Dr. Jim Dubin and Dr. Sheldon Tobe and Walter’s wonderful home dialysis staff at Sunnybrook for the sincere caring and kindness they provided to Walter over the years. A funeral service will be held Monday, December 15th, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. from Steeles Memorial Chapel, 350 Steeles Ave. W. (Between Yonge and Bathurst) Interment to follow at Pardes Shalom Cemetery, Beth Tikvah section. Shiva will be observed at 7300 Yonge St. PH#4, Thornhill. Donations in Walter’s memory may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada, 416-925-2836.rn