Walter U. of Loveland. Beloved husband of 62 years to Cathilda (nee Pelzer) Mersch. Loving father of Mary Kay (Tim) Books, Joseph (Nancy), John (Sandy), Larry (Gail), Laura (Alan) Becker, Matthew and Robert (Samantha). Proud grandfather of 12 and great grandfather of many. Brother of Henry, Ruth, Paul, Richard and the late Rita, Edward, Robert and Joseph. U.S. Marine Corp Veteran. Passed away March 7, 2016 at the age of 88. Friends will be received Friday, March 11 from 10-11 AM at St. Columban Church, 894 Oakland Rd., Loveland, where Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Funeral Home: Tufts Schildmeyer Family Funeral Home & Cremation Center - Loveland 129 Riverside Drive Loveland, OH US 45140