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Walter James McKenna
February 10, 1934 - February 4, 2026 (Age 92)
Missoula, MT
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Walter James McKenna died on February 4, 2026 in Missoula, MT. This memorial record includes life dates, public details, and ways for family, friends, and readers to add memories.
- Died
- February 4, 2026
- Location
- Missoula, MT
- Record basis
- Public record
- Details
- 78 words · memorial text
Walter James McKenna, 92, of Missoula, Montana, passed away on February 4, 2026. Walter was a forest ranger for decades and spent his life protecting the wilderness he loved.
He shared his love of fly fishing on the Clark Fork River, led trail crews in the Bitterroots, and welcomed neighbors with a wave and a story. Walter is survived by his daughter, Anne; son, Douglas; and a large family who carry forward his deep respect for the land.
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Service Information
Date:February 12, 2026
Time:1:00 PM
Location:St. Francis Xavier Church
Address:420 W Pine St, Missoula, MT 59802
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