Walter Karl Mettler
April 20, 2019
Walter Karl Mettler
Of Des Moines, Iowa
Walter K. Mettler, 84, passed away on April 20, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines after heart complications. He was born the son of Edward K. and Erna (Christian) Mettler on October 30, 1934 in Olivet, South Dakota.
Walter was united in marriage to Lois Jean Stamper and to this union they were blessed with two sons, Mark and Erick. He and Lois shared nearly 20 years together until her passing. Walter later re married and divorced Irma Hildreth. Most recently, he began spending time with Esther Mehalovich who became the love of his life.
Walter worked out of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 33. Walter was an outdoorsman who loved camping, fishing, and spending time with his dogs, Princess, Duke and Bear. He loved fixing things and creating projects for himself. Walter enjoyed playing black jack at Prairie Meadows and spending his winters in Florida.
He is survived by his son, Erick (Deanna) Mettler; 8 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; companion, Esther Mehalovich; siblings, Maynard, Vernon, Mary and Kathy; and numerous nieces, nephews & cousins. As if Walter’s family wasn’t large enough, he adopted both step families as his own and loved them the same.
Walter was preceded in death by his parents; son, Mark Mettler; siblings, Ruth, Alice, Ella, Dorothy, Robert, Helen, twin sister Wilma, and Gene.
Graveside Service will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, May 2, 2019 at Rising Sun Cemetery. Followed by a luncheon at First Presbyterian Church, 3100 Easton Blvd., Des Moines.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family in his memory.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Roger Wayne Filson
04/23/2019
Hopefully heaven has space for one more mettler . I imagine all of you guys playing cards and eating fish love you
Steve Johnson
04/23/2019
Somehow I do believe Walt is catching bullheads on Jefferson lake about now.
Gods Speed !
Jamie Jones Hildreth
04/22/2019
Walt was a very kind, compassionate, and caring person. My kids knew him as Grandpa Walt, and loved visiting with him. Not only did he make sure we were doing ok, but he always thought about the kids on their birthdays and at Christmas; it was all the little things that meant the most to us. He is going to be greatly missed by so many, and left a lasting impression on everyone in his life. We love you, Grandpa Walt! Love, Jamie, Tyler, Lily & Hunter.