Colette “Coco” Walter, age 54, of Hebron, IN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 22, 2022. Colette is survived by her loving husband, Patrick Walter; children: Taylor Homans (Jeff) and Stan Igras (Jordynn Parks); three grandchildren; siblings: brother, Joey Gouger (Melissa), sister, Cassie Gouger; a niece and a nephew. Colette enjoyed life and so manyContinue Reading
Colette “Coco” Walter, age 54, of Hebron, IN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 22, 2022.
Colette is survived by her loving husband, Patrick Walter; children: Taylor Homans (Jeff) and Stan Igras (Jordynn Parks); three grandchildren; siblings: brother, Joey Gouger (Melissa), sister, Cassie Gouger; a niece and a nephew.
Colette enjoyed life and so many things along the way. From cards to board games and of course Yahtzee to serving as a board member and partitioner at the Boone Grove Christian Church plus quilting, going to movies, mini triathlons, camping, reading books and volunteering/providing free medical assistance to name a few hobbies and past times.
The only thing besides her family and fur babies to top her impressive list of accomplishments was her clinic that opened in 2018. Dedicated Family Health located her hometown, Hebron, IN was a dream come true. Colette started her career in the medical field as an ICU nurse at Community Hospital. She continued her love for learning until she reached her goal of becoming a Nurse Practitioner (NP). Prior to finding her way into the medical field, Colette was a certified electrician and worked at Midwest Steel as an Instrumental Tech.
The number of lives she’s touched is infinite and she will be greatly missed.
Friends are invited to join in Celebrating Colette’s Life on Saturday, November 12, 2022, at Boone Grove Christian Church at 12pm Noon. There will be food and fellowship immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate monetary donations to help offset expenses. Donations can be mailed to: Patrick Walter, 769 S. County Road 575 W, Hebron, IN 46341 or Boone Grove Christian Church 356 Groveland St, Boone Grove, IN 46302
Heartfelt thanks to Calumet Hospice for the amazing care she received and to Geisen Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Hebron, IN who managed Colette’s arrangements.
Visit Colette’s online guestbook at www.GeisenFuneralHome.com 219-663-2500.
Julie Riha
left a message on November 16, 2022:
Oh how I wish I could see you again and spend the day catching up. I wish we wouldn’t have lost touch. You were a wonderful person and an amazing NP. You touched everyone you knew with your kindness. My deepest condolences
Mary Burje
left a message on November 13, 2022:
I met Colette when I was a nursing student at Purdue a few years back, being an older student I felt like I hit the jackpot when I got Colette as a my Clinical instructor in Munster. We hit it off right out of the gate- what a cool chick, easy to talk to and just became a great friend. I watched her climb that ladder of success to opening her own place. She was so compassionate about everything she did and treated everyone as if they were her family. You will be deeply missed Colette and the world was better with you in it! Ready easy my friend. ?
Jon & Debbie Michael
left a message on November 12, 2022:
We will forever remember her for her infectious laughter. Kindness and warm spirit. God bless her and her family Our Friend and Classmate Portage Class of 1986.
Krystyn Anderson
left a message on November 11, 2022:
Rest In Peace u will be well missed Colette u were my favorite
Josie
left a message on October 29, 2022:
Time passes by and days begin to fade. Life gets busy…friendships cascade.
You meant so much to me as a sister and a friend begotten.
We shared a past and a pain that was not easily forgotten.
God crossed our paths knowing we needed each other
He stitched a journey to heal, hope, and discover.
If God would bless me with you for just one more day,
There would be so many things I would want to do and say.
I would let you know how much I have missed our talks,
And how I would want us to take just one more walk.
Reminisce about our marathons that represented our struggles,
Cry one more cry about how much we had to juggle.
Laugh about our days as Soccer coaches and Women of Steel,
Giving kudos for being awesome mom’s and making it through the mill.
Time passes by and days begin to fade. Life gets busy….friendships cascade.
You meant so much to me as a warrior and a queen.
Fighting battles together to conquer territory unseen.
God graciously quilted, for a designated time to be,
A pattern of us growing, learning, and victory.
If God would bless me with you for just one more moment in time,
I would thank you for all you have left behind.
I would thank you for showing the world how to care,
With just a cup of tea and an open ear.
I would thank you for the skill of reaching into one’s soul
And the gift of connecting to help someone feel whole.
I would thank you for the love you gave when you touched someone’s heart,
You taught connecting to people’s emotions is treasured art.
Although time will pass and days will fade. Life will get busy….but your friendship will continue to cascade.
You left a legacy my dear dear friend that will be passed on for generations and never end.
For now Rest In Peace and enjoy your slumber for a short stay, because soon we meet again on that glorious Resurrection Day.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jamie Parks
left a message on October 25, 2022:
I met Coco when I was about 12 years old. She was best friends with one of my best friends back then. I looked at her as one of the cooler, older teenagers and just the funniest person. She made me laugh all of the time. I always enjoyed being around her when I was a kid. Later, I hadn't seen her in about 25 years. Imagine my surprise when my daughter, Jordynn, introduces us to someone that she has been dating, Stanley Igras. Now, they are engaged to be married. Coco, if I could say anything to you right now it would be thank you. Thank you for creating the most amazing, sweet, kind and loving son. I will be forever grateful to you for that. Stanley, know that we are always here for you and love you very much. We are so thankful to have you in our lives. Pat, Taylor and the rest of the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlena Litzau
left a message on October 24, 2022:
In memory of Colette “Coco”
H. Walter (nee Gouger), Charlena Litzau lit a candle
Charlena Litzau
left a message on October 24, 2022:
In memory of Colette “Coco”
H. Walter (nee Gouger), Charlena Litzau lit a candle
Nicolette Droza
left a message on October 24, 2022:
Dear Cassie, Joey and Coco's family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. Coco was a beautiful person and I will always cherish the memories of our fun times together in high school. I will be out of state the day of her memorial and apologize that I won't be able to express my sincere condolences in person. You're in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Nicki
Tracy Phillips
left a message on October 24, 2022:
I cannot imagine the pain your family is feeling but Collette seized every opportunity in life and we owe it to her to do the same. Until we meet again our dear Collette.
God Bless,
Tracy Phillips
Tracy Phillips
left a message on October 24, 2022:
I cannot imagine the pain your family is feeling but Collette seized every opportunity in life and we owe it to her to do the same. Until we meet again our dear Collette.
God Bless,
Tracy Phillips
Lonadelle Carnegie Cochran
left a message on October 24, 2022:
Joey and Cassie. So sorry for your loss. Will always remember her smile Love Lona
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Julie Riha
left a message on November 16, 2022:
Oh how I wish I could see you again and spend the day catching up. I wish we wouldn’t have lost touch. You were a wonderful person and an amazing NP. You touched everyone you knew with your kindness. My deepest condolences
Mary Burje
left a message on November 13, 2022:
I met Colette when I was a nursing student at Purdue a few years back, being an older student I felt like I hit the jackpot when I got Colette as a my Clinical instructor in Munster. We hit it off right out of the gate- what a cool chick, easy to talk to and just became a great friend. I watched her climb that ladder of success to opening her own place. She was so compassionate about everything she did and treated everyone as if they were her family. You will be deeply missed Colette and the world was better with you in it! Ready easy my friend. ?
Jon & Debbie Michael
left a message on November 12, 2022:
We will forever remember her for her infectious laughter. Kindness and warm spirit. God bless her and her family Our Friend and Classmate Portage Class of 1986.
Krystyn Anderson
left a message on November 11, 2022:
Rest In Peace u will be well missed Colette u were my favorite
Josie
left a message on October 29, 2022:
Time passes by and days begin to fade. Life gets busy…friendships cascade.
You meant so much to me as a sister and a friend begotten.
We shared a past and a pain that was not easily forgotten.
God crossed our paths knowing we needed each other
He stitched a journey to heal, hope, and discover.
If God would bless me with you for just one more day,
There would be so many things I would want to do and say.
I would let you know how much I have missed our talks,
And how I would want us to take just one more walk.
Reminisce about our marathons that represented our struggles,
Cry one more cry about how much we had to juggle.
Laugh about our days as Soccer coaches and Women of Steel,
Giving kudos for being awesome mom’s and making it through the mill.
Time passes by and days begin to fade. Life gets busy….friendships cascade.
You meant so much to me as a warrior and a queen.
Fighting battles together to conquer territory unseen.
God graciously quilted, for a designated time to be,
A pattern of us growing, learning, and victory.
If God would bless me with you for just one more moment in time,
I would thank you for all you have left behind.
I would thank you for showing the world how to care,
With just a cup of tea and an open ear.
I would thank you for the skill of reaching into one’s soul
And the gift of connecting to help someone feel whole.
I would thank you for the love you gave when you touched someone’s heart,
You taught connecting to people’s emotions is treasured art.
Although time will pass and days will fade. Life will get busy….but your friendship will continue to cascade.
You left a legacy my dear dear friend that will be passed on for generations and never end.
For now Rest In Peace and enjoy your slumber for a short stay, because soon we meet again on that glorious Resurrection Day.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jamie Parks
left a message on October 25, 2022:
I met Coco when I was about 12 years old. She was best friends with one of my best friends back then. I looked at her as one of the cooler, older teenagers and just the funniest person. She made me laugh all of the time. I always enjoyed being around her when I was a kid. Later, I hadn't seen her in about 25 years. Imagine my surprise when my daughter, Jordynn, introduces us to someone that she has been dating, Stanley Igras. Now, they are engaged to be married. Coco, if I could say anything to you right now it would be thank you. Thank you for creating the most amazing, sweet, kind and loving son. I will be forever grateful to you for that. Stanley, know that we are always here for you and love you very much. We are so thankful to have you in our lives. Pat, Taylor and the rest of the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlena Litzau
left a message on October 24, 2022:
In memory of Colette “Coco”
H. Walter (nee Gouger), Charlena Litzau lit a candle
Charlena Litzau
left a message on October 24, 2022:
In memory of Colette “Coco”
H. Walter (nee Gouger), Charlena Litzau lit a candle
Nicolette Droza
left a message on October 24, 2022:
Dear Cassie, Joey and Coco's family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. Coco was a beautiful person and I will always cherish the memories of our fun times together in high school. I will be out of state the day of her memorial and apologize that I won't be able to express my sincere condolences in person. You're in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Nicki
Tracy Phillips
left a message on October 24, 2022:
I cannot imagine the pain your family is feeling but Collette seized every opportunity in life and we owe it to her to do the same. Until we meet again our dear Collette.
God Bless,
Tracy Phillips
Tracy Phillips
left a message on October 24, 2022:
I cannot imagine the pain your family is feeling but Collette seized every opportunity in life and we owe it to her to do the same. Until we meet again our dear Collette.
God Bless,
Tracy Phillips
Lonadelle Carnegie Cochran
left a message on October 24, 2022:
Joey and Cassie. So sorry for your loss. Will always remember her smile Love Lona
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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