Walter Hill "Walt" Bigelow

BIGELOW, Walter Hill "Walt", age 93, of Dayton, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at Brookdale of Oakwood. Walt was born to the late Warnie and Estel (Bell) Bigelow in Montgomery, AL on September 24, 1930. 

He served in the United States Air Force from 1951-1955, where he worked up the ranks to Staff Sergeant. After serving, he earned his Bachelor of Arts from Lynchburg College in Virginia. Walt worked for Carlson Marketing Group (E.F. MacDonald Co) from 1958-1993 when he retired from being their Marketing Director. While employed there, he was awarded a Certificate of Merit. He was nominated for both the outstanding service to internal and external clients (1989), as well as the highest achievement award (1990). 

Walt enjoyed traveling, fine dining and listening to classical music. He always rooted for OSU football and never missed a home game. Walter Bigelow had a great LOVE for 18th Century Artwork, very fine furniture and clothing. Walter always felt the need for Louis Vuitton to be his companion on his travels. He was seen walking to Dorothy Lane Market daily and never missed the opportunity to stop in at Central Perc European Café on his way home. 

Walt is survived by his sister, Juanita Bigelow Smith and niece, Kathleen "Keener" Paeltz, caregiver, Lisa Moore Tischler; and pet bird, Brutus (who is living with a new family now). The family wishes to thank the staff at Brookdale Senior Living in Oakwood for their loving care of Walt. 

Graveside services will be held 1PM on Tuesday, February 6 at Woodland Cemetery, 118 Woodland Ave, Dayton. Please gather in front of the mausoleum and plan to follow family over to the gravesite. Services are in the care of ROUTSONG FUNERAL HOME, 2100 E STROOP RD, KETTERING. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be made at www.routsong.com.