Walter F. Spilbor Sr., 85, a lifelong area resident, died Tuesday, October 14, 2014, at his home in Hyde Park with his family by his side. Born February 15, 1929 in Poughkeepsie, he was the son of the late Francis and Kathryn Rugar Spilbor. An avid hunter and fisherman, Walter was a member of the Nim Rod Gun Club and enjoyed traveling with his wife to go fishing. He proudly served in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Spilbor was a Sand Blaster for Alfa Laval for many years until his retirement. On February 17, 1973 in Poughkeepsie, he married the former Lee Gratchian. Mrs. Spilbor survives at home. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his four children, Darlene Galleta and husband, Richard, of Florida, Marcia Bonomo and husband, Jim, of Florida, Walter Spilbor and wife, Marianne, of Florida, and Jodi Cavanaugh and wife, Karen Rokitowski, of New York; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Virginia Anson of Poughkeepsie; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Walter was predeceased by his brothers, Frank and Clarence Spilbor and his sisters, Kathryn Trowbridge and Edith Storm. In keeping with Walter's wishes, cremation has taken place. Memorial calling hours will be from 3 to 6 PM, Monday, October 20th at Sweet's Funeral Home, Rte. 9, Hyde Park. A celebration of his life will be held at 5 PM, during the calling hours. Walter's family respectfully requests memorial donations to Hudson Valley Hospice Foundation, 374 Violet Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park. To send an online condolence, or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.