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Robert W. “Rob” Walter, 59, Vero Beach

Written by: June 21 2011
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Robert W. “Rob” Walter, 59, died June 20, 2011 at his residence in Vero Beach.

He was born in New York, New York and lived in Vero Beach for 16 years, coming from Safety Harbor.

He was the owner/operator of Islander Turf, a golf supply company located in Vero Beach.

Survivors include his daughter, Kelly B. Walter, of Tarpon Springs; sister, Melissa Busch, of Ocala.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Walter in 2007.

A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. on June 25, 2011 at 8325 90th Ave., Vero Beach.

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