Obituary of Walter Gretzky
Walter Gretzky
Walter Gretzky (born October 8th, 1938 in Canning, Ontario) was a Sportsperson who was best known for being a the father of a hockey player. Walter died on March 4th, 2021 and his death was due to complications from Parkinson's disease which was diagnosed in 2012. He passed at the age of 82 years old.
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- Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
- Full Name: Gretzky, Walter
- Common Name: Walter Gretzky
- Gender: Male
- Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
- Birthplace: Canning, Ontario, Canada
- Birth Date: October 08, 1938
- Age: 82 (at death)
- Also Known As: Walt
- Occupation: Sportsperson
- Nationality: Canadian
- Favorite Food: Omaha Steaks
- Favorite Color: Violet
- Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb
- Favorite Actor: Samuel L Jackson
- Father: Anton "Tony" Gretzky
- Mother: Mary Gretzky
- Spouse/Partner:
- Phyllis Leone Hockin (married 1960-December 19, 2005, her death
- Son(s):
- Wayne Gretzky (born January 26, 1961)
- Keith Gretzky
- Glen Gretzky
- Brent Gretzky
- Daughter(s):
- Kim Gretzky
- Date: March 04 2021 at age 82
- Place: Brantford, Ontario, Canada
- Cause of Death: Parkinson's disease (related complications)
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SportspersonCanadian Born on October 8th Born in 1938 Born in Ontario Died in 2021 Died at age 82 Died from Parkinson's disease
Quotable Quotes:
"Keep your stick on the ice."
"My mama always said life was like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get."
"Walter Gretzky's influence on the hockey world and his dedication as a father will forever be remembered and cherished. (V)"
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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2023-12-21 00:43:05
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