Wells, ME – Walter “Buddy” Baluta formerly of Wells Maine, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 surrounded by his beloved family on February 16, 2022.
Walter was born in Lowell Massachusetts on August 2, 1943. He retired in 1991 after years of dedicated service as a firefighter for the City of Lowell Massachusetts. Driving the fire engine through the narrow city streets, was not an easy task, but something he did effortlessly.
Walter was predeceased by parents, two siblings, and a grandchild: Walter and June Baluta, Ray Baluta and Terry Lefebvre, and Ashley Marie Baluta respectively.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years Jeanne Baluta of Wells ME; children Christine and Mike Sutton Ossipee, NH, Kathy and Greg Bean Pelham, NH, Cheryl Baluta Lowell, MA, Shannon Baluta and Bill Janocha, Hudson NH, Barbara and Ray Russler Fitchburg, MA, Jennifer and Tim Bordeleau North Conway, NH, Walter J Baluta Jr and Colleen Baluta (Stewart) Hudson, NH, Tammy and Mark Duffy Wakefield, NH, Tracy Clark and George Sousa Lowell, MA, Tina Willess and Adam Christie Deerfield, NH, and Thomas Willess Wakefield, NH; 21 grandchildren and 18 great grand Children; Niece Donna and Derek King Barnstead, NH, Nancy and George Brooks Billerica, MA.
Walter always made time for his family and had a special place in his heart for his “rugrats” AKA his grandchildren. He enjoyed being outdoors, by a campfire, while listening to outlaw country music. The friends he made during his years at Stadig Campground became extended family. His favorite memories involved spending time at Mount Chocorua in New Hampshire and at the coastal beaches of Maine. Hobbies included saltwater fishing, hunting, solving cross word puzzles, and a good game of cribbage.
Walter always had a smile or a funny joke to share. In true Walter style he wished to “go out in flames”. His family will be honoring his wishes with a celebration of life by a campfire to be held in the spring.
Melissa Dearth-Gaudet says
I’m sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Keeping you all in my heart and prayers. Peace to Buddy.
Cheryl Baluta says
Thank you Melissa
Shannon Baluta says
Dad
I am deeply saddened for you
You where so strong crossing to the other side
I know you didnt want to leave all of us.
But it was time for you to be with your Mom,Dad,Brother and Sister.
Rest easy Dad 😥 Gone but never will be forgotten
Love Shannon and Bill
Dotty and Donald Doran and Christine Wojcik says
Sorry for your loss of your dad I will keep you in my heart and prayers is there anything i can do for you yet me no .
Cheryl Baluta says
Thank you aunt Dotty
Cheryl Baluta says
Dad, I will always love and miss you. You were always so strong. Fly high with the angels and watch over us, like you always have. You will forever be in my heart. Love you forever Cheryl
Lisa reyes says
I am so sorry for the loss of buddy. I’ll always remember him from childhood. Rip
Cheryl Baluta says
Thank you Lisa
Sheila Cielakie Norton says
My condolences to the family. May he Rest In Peace. Heaven gained a new angel. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Cheryl Baluta says
Thank you Sheila
Ray Russler says
RIP Bud
Diane Cielakie Quenell says
May many wonderful memories give you peace and comfort at this time. It’s okay to cry alone or with others but hopefully you’ll also find time to laugh alone when you recall a memorable event or when you share a story with others. Buddy touched many lives as a husband, a father, a son, a brother, an uncle, a coworker, a friend, or in my case, a cousin. May Buddy always have a special place in our heart. With sympathy, prayers and blessings.
Cheryl Baluta says
Thank you Diane that was very sweet
Your cousin Cheryl
Steve Brown says
Sorry to hear this, To bad I found this information out by accident, I wish things could have been different.