Walter Moore Whitfield, Jr.

Whitfield, Walter Moore, Jr. “Walt” of Davisburg, age 77 died peacefully, surrounded by his family on June 11, 2026. Loving husband of Maxine, father of Heather and husband, Jason Krentler, and their children, Nora and Emmett, father of Walter Whitfield, III, brother of Cristy Folk and husband, Larry Hershbarger, and several beloved extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter, Sr. and Clemmie Whitfield, and brother, Scot Whitfield.

Walt was a tool and die maker for General Motors, retiring with 30 years of service. He could fix anything and was a masterful woodworker. Growing up in the south, he became an avid outdoorsman, working as a professional trapper and spear fisherman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping in northern Michigan, and was very knowledgeable about the outdoors. Walt was a devoted husband, dad, and granddaddy whose family was his pride and joy.

Walt’s family will receive friends at the Wint Funeral Home-Clarkston on Monday, June 15, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, Walt will be taken to Williams Lake Church of Nazarene 2840 Airport Road Waterford, where visitation will begin at 10:00 am, followed by funeral service at 11:00 am. Interment will be on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 11:00 am, at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, MI. "For the funeral service on Tuesday, June 16, we invite everyone to dress in outdoorsy attire, reflecting Walt's style; plaid and camo are encouraged."

Memorial donations may be directed to Trinity Health Hospice.

The family would like to thank Dr. Larry Baylis and his staff, and the Trinity Hospice Team, especially Katie and Rayelle, for their care and compassion throughout Walt’s illness.

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