Walter E. Andren, 90, Amery, died Tuesday, December 18, 2012 at Golden Age Manor. He was born January 20, 1922 in Deronda, WI. He was the son of the late Christine Gufstason-Andren and Axel Andren. Walter's father, Axel, changed his last name from "Anderson" to "Andren" after migrating from Sweden and receiving everyone's mail but his own. He married Helen Morey on September 3, 1941. She preceded him in death. On July 31, 1968, Walter married Lorraine Haller, who survives him. Walter fought for our freedom serving with the Army Signal Corps from November 4, 1939 to June 12, 1945. He was then employed as a Mobil Oil Agent from 1947 to 1981. After retirement, Walt and Lorraine were snowbirds, wintering for 20 years at their home in Ocala, Florida. A few of his favorite things were a good game of cards, bowling, drinking a beer or two, and cruising the highways in the motor home where they would stop and take their chances at casinos along the way. Walter was a caring person and will be missed dearly by friends and family. Survivors include his wife, Lorraine Haller-Andren, children Vernon (Cheryl) Andren, Madison; Gene (Pat Berghammer) Andren, Turtle Lake; Ralph (Cindy) Andren, Tomahawk and Summerfield, FL, Terrie (Clive) Solis, Ocoee, Fl. He has several step-children Susan (Steve) Osmundson, MaryJo Shull, Pat (Ted) Hansen, Greg (Peggy) Haller, and Trudy (Bill) Helin and an ex daughter-in-law Susie Andren, Turtle Lake. He was proud of being a grandfather to 19 children, 26 precious great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Walt had special fondness to his nieces and nephews of his brothers. Walter was preceded in death by his wife, Helen (Morey) Andren, brothers Earl (Clarice) Andren, Elmer (Marion) Andren, and Art (Dorothy) Andren. The family would like to extend thanks to the excellent staff at Golden Age Manor for the outstanding care they provided. Funeral services will be Friday, December 21, 2012, 2:00 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, Amery. Reverend Tim Bjorge will officiate. Friends may pay their condolences Friday from 1 p.m. until the time of services at the church. A military burial will follow the church service at Amery Cemetery. Memorials may be sent in his name to Golden Age Manor, 220 Scholl Court, Amery, WI 54001.