Walter (Władysław Wojciech) Napierala, of Burnaby, British Columbia, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at the Royal Columbian Hospital, surrounded by his family.

Walter was born in Warsaw, Poland on June 20, 1938.  He came to Canada and lived a life devoted to hard work and family.   Walter was known for his strength, humor and devotion to family.

Walter is survived by his loving wife Genevieve of 46 years, his four children,  Margaret (Anthony), Mark, Elizabeth, John his two dear granddaughters  Cassandra and Angelika.

Prayers at 10:00 am October 23rd, 2013 followed by Funeral Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 am at St. Casimir Church, 1187 East 27th Avenue Vancouver. Reception at St. Casimar’s Church Hall.  Burial to Follow at the Ocean View Burial Park in Burnaby at 2:45 pm.