Obituary of Walter Martin Trier

Walter Martin Fredrick Trier, passed away July 21, 2024.  He was born April 25, 1931 to the late Martin and Anna (Gricar) Trier.  He served his country in both the U.S. Navy and Army.  He worked for the State Highway Department for 35 years, was a volunteer Deputy for the Sheriff’s Department in the Upper Peninsula.  He loved to hunt, fish, collect vintage cars and trucks, and all John Deere memorabilia.  He  played the accordian and loved Polkas. 

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Joann; his children, Janine (Ken) Bateson, Sheryl Baker, Cary (Chris) Trier, and Patti (Tim) Scheffler; step-children, Patty (Rod) Surles, Bradley (Angee) Berry, and Karen (Ed) Jennings; sister, Esther Sproul; grandchildren, Cora (Brian) Haddock, Robert Hunter, Nicholas (Firmesk) Trier, Nathan (Kristen) Trier, Natalie (Brent) Fleisser, Roxanne (Andy) Baird, Jeremy (Sally) Crawford, and Joshua (Veronica) Crawford; 18 great-grandchildren; and aa “grand-puppy”, Miss Parker.  He was predeceased by his sister, Betty.

In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Memorial Contributions to the Charity of the Donor’s Choice.  To sign online guestbook, visit www.cremationsocietymidmi.com  Arrangements made with the Cremation Society of Mid Michigan.

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