WELLSVILLE, UTAH: Walter Emil Kuch passed away on August 14, 2004 in Sherman Oaks, California. Walter was born on March 14, 1921 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was married for 39 years to Margaret Elaine Maughan Christiansen who was born in Wellsville. Walter lived his faith setting an extraordinary example in his compassion for and love of others and in his patience and endurance. His family will greatly miss their Patriarch.

He is survived by his daughters, Janice Rae Kuch (Thomas A.) MacPherson; Carol Jeanne Kuch (Russell, deceased) Yount and son Martin Leslie Kuch; grandchildren , Laurel Ann MacPherson Moser; Christian Cayne MacPherson; Logan Grey MacPherson; Morgan Jadd MacPherson, deceased. He has three great grandchildren.

He will be interred next to his beloved wife at a graveside service on Monday, August 23, 2004 at 10:00 am in the Wellsville City Cemetery. Arrangements by Allen-Hall Mortuary.