Walter W. French, 88, of Ocoee, FL, formerly of Cheboygan, MI and Flint, MI, peacefully slipped the surly bonds of Earth on May 27, 2020 in Orlando, FL of natural causes.

He was proceeded in death by his wife, Bonnie J. Hartwick Gellis French, his son Ty Gellis, his sister Barbara Gerholz, his stepdaughter Ava Gellis Wilson MacFarland, and stepson Robert Gellis.

He is survived by his sons Rodney W. French and Todd W. French, and his sisters Marty Cook and Jane Jacus, and stepson Randy Gellis, as well as many nieces, nephews, and grandchildren.

Walter was born November 27, 1931 in Flint, MI to Raymond and Elizabeth French. Walter served with distinction in the Air Force during the Korean War and will be laid to rest at the Cape Canaveral National Cemetery in North Mims, FL on Friday, June 5, 2020.

After leaving the service, Walter enjoyed a successful career as a construction accountant, working on many prestigious projects including the EPCOT Center and the Broadway Crown Plaza in Times Square, NYC.

In lieu of flowers, his family has asked for donations to be made to the American Bird Conservancy at abcbirds.org.

The Family of Walter W. French invites you to leave a message of condolence on the Tribute Wall created in his loving memory.