Walter Edward Cave

ORANGE – Walter Edward Cave, 82, of Cutler Corner Road, died Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the Woodridge Nursing Home in Berlin where he had been a resident for the past three years. His wife and son were at his bedside.
Born July 23, 1932 in Warwick, RI, he was the son of Carroll W. and Mildred (Alexander) Cave. He was a graduate of Samuel Gorton High School there.
On September 6, 1951, he married Theresa Marie Motta in Warwick. Following their marriage they made their home there, coming to Orange in 1972 where they had since resided.
He worked for many years as a carpenter and bricklayer in the construction industry in the Central Vermont area.
Hunting, ice fishing, playing cribbage and the out of doors were special enjoyments.
Being a veteran of the Korean Conflict, he served as a Seabee in the United States Navy from 1951 to 1955 and was discharged as a Carpenter’s Mate 3/C.
He belonged to the former East Barre Cribbage Club, attended the East Barre Congregational Church and was a member of the Order of Demolay in Warwick, RI. Being a Master Mason, he belonged to Mt. Sinai Shrine Temple #3 in Montpelier.
Besides his wife Theresa and son Stephen Cave, both of the North Barre Manor, he leaves his brother, Richard Cave, of Warwick, RI, 2 nephews and a niece and numerous cousins.
Also surviving is the Raymond and Barbara Taylor family who have been special friends for many years.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Lily Beard.
At Walter’s request, there are no services planned.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Resident Activities Fund, Woodridge Nursing Home, PO Box 550, Barre, VT 05641.