Walter E. Romblad Jr., 86, a resident of Branford, entered into rest on Jan. 4, 2024, in his home. He is survived by his devoted wife, Barbara Romblad; and his six children: Eric Romblad (Barbara), Bethany Kinney (Dave Lenkowski), Lance Romblad (Sheri), Taylor Romblad, Savannah Romblad, and Dean Romblad; and his siblings, Gary Romblad, Beverly Moran, Diane Dinges, and Wayne Romblad. He is also survived by his six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Walter was predeceased by his parents, Walter and Violet Romblad, and his brother Kenny Romblad.

Walter was born on Sept. 21, 1937, to Walter and Violet Romblad in Woonsocket, Rhode Island. Growing up, one of his passions was sports. He participated in boxing, basketball, bowling, swimming, baseball, and many more. He proudly served his country in the United States Airforce and was a med tech for the VAMC in West Haven. He also worked as a groundskeeper for Parker Park in Branford for over 20 years. He loved preparing for and attending the Branford Fireworks with his friends and family. It was an annual tradition that he always looked forward to.

Walter enjoyed his annual golf trips to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, with his buddies from Rhode Island. He was an avid golfer at the Alling Memorial Golf Club in New Haven, where he played for many years. He enjoyed watching all sports and proudly supported the Cleveland Browns every year. Walter also had a passion for buying and selling collectables, which allowed him to have many summer tag sales.

Friends and relatives were invited to calling hours on Jan. 10 at the W.S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home, 244 North Main Street, Branford, with a service following. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to West Haven VA Healthcare System, 950 Campbell Ave., West Haven, CT 06516, or Lewy Body Dementia Association, Inc., 912 Killian Hill Road, S.W. Lilburn, GA 30047. Please see his obituary at www.wsclancy.com.