Lucille M. Walchli
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Lucille M. Walchli

  • October 15, 1929 - December 25, 2011
  • Tampa, Florida
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“The Walchli family is in our prayers, so sorry for your loss. ”
1 of 9 | Posted by: Shannon Messina - Birmingham, AL, AL

“To the Walchli family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Take comfort in the memories that you hold in your hearts. ...Read More » ”
2 of 9 | Posted by: Marjorie Kirkland Meredith & Family - NC

“Dear Family; I am writing this message to express deep sorrow for your loss. I've had the greatest honor/pleasure in knowing "Mom" Mrs.Walchli...Read More » ”
3 of 9 | Posted by: Pat Weidinger Coleman - Irvine, KY

“Sad to know that you are with the angels. Unfortunately, we are in England and cannot be there for the service in body but will be there in mind and...Read More » ”
4 of 9 | Posted by: Jodi Hamel and Brittany Walchli - FL

“Cinda and family - know the Glenwood family is thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers ”
5 of 9 | Posted by: Bill Thompson

“Dear Mr Walchli,Steve,Lori,and all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Simple Words cannot express our sorrow for such a loss so we...Read More » ”
6 of 9 | Posted by: Carl Stephens - Riverview, FL

“To my Uncle Randy, Deb, Karen, Steve, Kevin, Doug, Kathy and Cindy: Sending you my love and prayers at this difficult time. I have many happy...Read More » ”
7 of 9 | Posted by: Darlene Samuelson Clouse - Akron, NY

“Dear Steve, Lori, Michele, Eric, & Walchli Family; You are in our thoughts. Please know how much you are loved and how deeply your loss is felt by...Read More » ”
8 of 9 | Posted by: Bob & Tina Workman - Atlanta, GA

“The entire staff of Sylvan Abbey extends our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. ”
9 of 9 | Posted by: Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home - FL


Lucille Mae (Samuelson) Walchli, 82, died Sunday, December 25, 2011, with her family by her side in Tampa Florida.

She was born on October 15, 1929 in Warren Pennsylvania, to Carl Elmer and Violet Margaret (Gilmore) Samuelson. She graduated from Warren High School in 1948. Lucille was an avid ice skater, accomplished musician, sang in the church choir and taught Sunday school. She married her beloved husband, Randall Bruce Walchli, of 58 years on October 24, 1953 in Warren, Pennsylvania and shortly after moved to Arlington, Virginia. Lucille was a devoted Christian and a member of the United Methodist Church. Lucille and Randall went on to have seven loving children whom they raised and instilled with strong Christian values, a love of God and Family. The family moved to Tampa, Florida in December 1969. Lucille and her family loved the outdoors and enjoyed many camping adventures over the years. She was known for her laughter, sense of humor, good cooking, and love of children.

She is survived by her loving husband, Randall Bruce Walchli of Tampa, Florida; Her seven children: Deborah Ann (Jerry) Rickles of Citra, Florida; Karen Lorraine (Kevin) Robertson of Trafalgar, Indiana; Stephen Bruce (Lorraine) Walchli of Palm Bay, Florida; Kevin Dale Walchli of Ladson, South Carolina; Douglas James Walchli of St. Petersburg, Florida; Kathleen Sue Kirkland (James) Howard; Cinda Leigh (Anna) Walchli of Alabaster, Alabama. 13 grandchildren; Lisa, Brian, Tracy, Stacey, Robert, Matthew, Eric, Michele, Aaron, Jonathan, Brittany, Emma and Carter; 4 great grandsons; Ethan, Luke, Matthew and Michael. She is also survived by her 2 sisters; Geraldine Margaret (Samuelson) Corbett, Rachel Louise (Samuelson) Jones and 1 brother; Reverend Charles Gilmore Samuelson and many nieces and nephews.

Services:
Thursday December, 29, 2011 at Sylvan Abbey Memorial Park & Funeral Home
2853 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, Florida.
Visitation from 10am – 11am with service to follow.

Sylvan Abbey Funeral Home
2853 Sunset Point Road
Clearwater, FL. 33759
(727) 796-1992
wwwsylvanabbey.com