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Walter Clinton Ivey, Jr. was born February 16, 1951 in Phenix City, Alabama to the late Walter C. Ivey, Sr. and Lorena Jones Ivey. Walter enlisted in the United States Navy in 1970 and served his country with honor and pride for four years during the Vietnam War. He served on the USS Lexington during his enlistment. After the military, he worked and retired as a lab technician with the City of Auburn (Alabama) Wastewater Treatment Department. In his spare time, he enjoyed riding four wheelers, enjoyed deep sea fishing, and spending time with his family and many furry companions. He enjoyed cooking and was known to make a hamburger that was out of this world.
Walter Clinton Ivey, Jr., 68, of Opelika, Alabama passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Columbus Hospice. He is preceded in death by his father, Walter C. Ivey, Sr.
Survivors include his wife of thirty-one years, Cheryl Johnson Ivey of Opelika, Alabama; daughter, Shannon (Matt) Lancaster of Dallas, Texas; mother, Lorena Jones Ivey of Opelika, Alabama; brother, Steve (Gina) Ivey of Opelika, Alabama; a host of extended family and friends and his fur babies, Little Davey, Brianna, Robby, Buster, J.J., Vicky and Sadie.
A graveside service will be held 12: 30 pm EST on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery with military honors. Pastor Cecil Rogers will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests for contributions be made to the American Cancer Society or Columbus Hospice.
The Ivey family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 7500 Veterans Parkway, Suite A, Columbus, Georgia 31909, 706-577-0055. The family invites you to leave a condolence or share a fond memory of Mr. Ivey below.
charlotte taft says
prayers to the family as they go thru this time of bereavement for their loved one
Melisa says
Cheryl, I can not form the words to take any of the pain from you or the rest of the family. I will keep you all in my prayers. Please call me if you just need to talk.
Sebrina Long says
Butch was just such a nice guy! Always in the same happy mood when I was around him. He was always super friendly and would help anyone in need. My prayers to all of the family and especially Cheryl and their fur family who I know will be missing him so much!
Keith Blackmon says
Very sorry for your loss. Butch was a great guy!
Donna Baker says
Cheryl your Husband was a very sweet man and I enjoyed talking to him u has a wonderful husband and a good friend too girl and I know you going to Miss him very much but he going be with you in your heart and soul all the time girl 💗🙏
Holly Chalker says
My prayers and sincere condolences to the family. My heart breaks for you all at this time. May his memory and good times make you smile again.
Holly Chalker, fur babies Kali, Cedar and Jax❤
SARAH HADAWAY says
Cheryl, my heart is breaking for you and your family. You are in my prayers. Love you!
Audrey (Powell) Burgess says
Butch was a great cousin who will be missed dearly. We’re very sorry for your loss Cheryl, Steve and Aunt Lorena. We love you.
Audrey
Allison says
I miss you my friend
Cindy smith says
Miss you