Obituaries
Walter D. McKaige, 64
Walter D. McKaige, 64, of Manheim, and formerly of Philadelphia, passed away on Thursday at Hospice of Lancaster County in Mt. Joy.
Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Joseph and Stella Pierce McKaige. He was the husband of Bonnie C. Steberger McKaige, with whom he celebrated 40 years of marriage this past September 28th.
Walter was a graduate of Drexel University, earning both his Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Business Administration. He served as the President of the APICS chapter of York and Lancaster counties, as well as President of the Men’s Club in the Daylesford Abbey.
While working for the Unisys Corporation, he helped author a book on Quality Control. He had worked for the National Seminar Group, where he served as Workshop Leader and Consultant.
From 1964 to 1975, Walter served in the US Marine Corps where he was honorably discharged.
He donated his time and energy to multiple charities and was a deeply religious man, being a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.
In addition to his wife, Walter is survived by his sons: Craig Andrew McKaige of Philadelphia and Dominick Matthew McKaige of West Chester, and by his siblings: Patrick of Ridley park, PA, Marie Gethin of Philadephia, Aloysius of Tacoma, WA, Florence Hanlin of Locust Grove, VA, and Robert of Cheltenham, PA.
Friends will be received on Tuesday from 10-11AM at Sacred heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 554 W. Walnut St., Lancaster, PA, with the Memorial Mass to follow at 11AM, the Rev. Arokia Samson as Celebrant. Interment in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery with military honors rendered by the US Marine Corps.. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Walter’s memory to Hospice of Lancaster County, 685 Good Dr., Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125. Arrangements by the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home and Chapel, Lititz 560-5100. To send an online condolence, please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com
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Condolences to the Family
March 08, 2025
Hey dad wanted to put it on your page the eagles won the Super Bowl again. Dad this is the best Eagles team I have ever seen. Thanks for taking me to all those games. We started going together on 1977. Pop these guys really were legit they s year. It’s a great time to be an eagles fan. Give mom a hug from Craig and I.
Dominick mckaige
January 08, 2020
Hey dad thinking about you and want to let you know how good all of us are doing. Your life’s lessons and love will never be forgetten. Moms good and Craig and I talk to her everyday. Thanks for everything dad, you are by far the best guy I ever met 😊.
February 24, 2018
Hey Dad wanted to let you know the EAGLES did it. Super bowl champs. Thanks for taking me to all the games at the VET. Craig was at the parade and it was amazing. Miss you and just want you to know we are all doing great.
February 23, 2018
Been a while dad. I remember going to Eagles games at the age of 7 and sitting in the 700 level at the Vet. Our day was getting there early an going to the Italian bakeries near 1102 Jackson street. We would get tomato pie for breakfast and then get ready for the game. That meant Oregan avenue, getting Italian water ice and some hoagies to bring into the vet back when they let you do that. You would have a radio with a one ear bud and listen to Merill REeces call the games. We move to Rhode Island and we kept those seats, we would drive down game day to watch the birds play. Dad they won a Super bowl. They won and they beat the Pats with a backup QB. Thanks for all the great memories, I wanted you to know our EAGLES are chamoa. Mom is doing well and Craig is doing amazing .
November 08, 2017
My condolences and prayers to the McKaige family on this loss. I was sponsored by this great gentlemen and his dearly loved wife Bonnie back in the 80s in an orphanage in Mexico. After getting a scholarship to attend Junior College in Arizona and finishing my studies at St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida, I had the great opportunity to be invated to their home in West Chester in the summer of 91 where I met his sons Nick and Craig and have pictures of that time. Even my Eagles T-Shirt that he gave me.god bless the whole family!! Alfredo Hernandez
March 04, 2017
Hey Dad, think about you every day. I want you to know mom is doing good. Craig is doing awesome and bought an amazing house. Mom and I have a new tradition we do. We get breakfast every Saturday. We go to all kinds of dinners and places. Today we went to Cracker Barrel. She said you really liked it. Thanks for being just such a great Dad. I want you to know everything you taught us about family, we do it everyday. I am hoping the Eagles can win a Super Bowl ?. I just wanted to say thanks for everything.
Your son,
Nicky
March 29, 2016
My condolences to the McKaige family on your loss.I knew Walt from the old neighborhood when he lived at 11th and Jackson in South Philly. We went into the Marine Corps together and survived Parris Island boot camp and went to NAS Willow Grov for our service. He was a stand up guy with a great sense of humor. I am saddened by his death. Henry Quartullo
Dear Bonnie, Craig, Nick,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve Weisser and family
At a time like this it’s hard to find the words. Uncle Walt was as close to a father as I will ever have. My condolences to you Aunt Bonnie, Nick and Craig. I will always strive to teach my children the the things that he taught me, patience, love, selflessness, and honesty, to name a few. He will be sorely missed in the days and years to come.
God Bless you Uncle Walt, I’m glad I got the chance to tell you that I love you.
-Brendan-
