Walter "Wally" J.
Dulak Jr.
- Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025 from 9:30-11:00am
- Heritage Funeral Home 9200 South 27th Street Oak Creek, WI 53154
- Funeral services at 11:00 am
Walter (Wally) J. Dulak Jr.
Walter (Wally) J. Dulak Jr., 92, passed away peacefully on July 23rd, 2025, at Zilber Family Hospice in Wauwatosa. Born in Milwaukee, WI on July 19th, 1933., Wally was a loving husband to Carol (nee Kowalski) for 70 years and adoringly introduced her as his 1st wife.
Wally was a proud father to his children Karen (Brian) Kucik, Susie (Jim) Simmons, Jackie (John) Trad, Amy Petri and Danny (Wendy) Dulak.
Cherished grandpa to grandchildren Chad (Dani) Kucik, Jared (Lauren) Kucik, Craig Walter (Emily) Kucik, James (Reba Ashby) Simmons, Jesse (Amanda) Simmons, Erin Trad, Katie (George) Berka, Maddie Petri, Jake Petri, Sydney Dulak, Mason Dulak and Gage Dulak
Devoted big grandpa and dziadzia to great grandchildren Hanna, Hudson David Walter, Henry, Philip Walter, Gigi, Emmett Walter, Frankie, Josie, Evelyn, Kylie, Keyian, Koltyn, Carter and Lola.
Treasured brother to Frances (and the late Frank) Gilbride and admired uncle, godfather, cousin and friend to many.
Wally was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Sr. and Valentine Dulak.
Wally graduated from Notre Dame High school in 1951, served in the U.S. Army and retired from Bay View State Bank (M&I) after 43 years as Vice President. He held various business, religious and civic leadership roles in the Bay View Business Association, Bay View Kiwanis Club, South Side Scholarship Foundation, Holy Name and Immaculate Conception Parish Council. Wally was also a proud founding member of the Fun FRYday fish fry group.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1, 2025 from 9:30-11:00am at the Heritage Funeral Home 9200 South 27th Street Oak Creek, WI 53154. Funeral services at 11:00 am. Sharing of memories to follow the service and we will conclude with Military Honors to remember his time in the US Army. Private interment St. Adalbert’s Cemetery.
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Dear Carol and family, such a loss to have this dear man depart. I know he’ll be dancing and singing in heaven and watching over you. May God bless you and keep you comforted. You and Wally and kids were such a fun part of our youth! Hugs.
Words cannot begin to describe the Uncle Wally I knew and loved so much! He was kind, generous, supportive, loving, funny, and brought absolute joy to so many!
To my dear cousins, you had one of best Dads that I have ever met. To my beloved Auntie Carol, you found your soulmate that you were blessed to spend seventy years together.
He will be missed by so many people that he touched. Rest in God’s peace, dear Uncle.♥️
So sorry to hear of the passing of our friend for many years. Wally was a kind and patient man with an enormous sense of humor. Our condolences to Carol and the family.
We are sorry for your loss. May you lift up his spirit by sharing all the wonderful memories that you shared with him. He will shine down on you always!
My sympathies to all. Uncle Wally was one of a kind. So joyful, kind and funny. You all have a lifetime of beautiful memories.
Condolences to the entire Dulak family on the passing of Mr. Wally D. from the Bridich family, and especially Muffie who informed of his passing. As kids, he and Mrs. Dulak were always people we looked up to and respected, and it was ALWAYS the best house to stop at on my paper route way back when! Continue to remember him every day and may he rest in peace.
Condolences to the Dulak family.
Prayers and thoughts for you Amy, Susie, and Dulak Family.
So sorry to hear of Wally’s passing. We send our thoughts ,prayers and condolences to the entire Dulak Family. Wally will be greatly missed, but fondly remembered by all. Special hugs to Carol, Jackie, Katie and John !
My condolences to. Carol and the Dulak family .
Our prayers and condolences are with you and the entire family. Tamie has known Amy for many years at work and knows how important her Dad and family is to her. May God bless you and keep you in the Holy Spirit’s Arms.
Wally was a treasured neighbor, trustworthy banker, sassy joker, and overall great guy. We all were so lucky to have known him… and so lucky that he shared himself with us. We’ll miss you Wally, but know you’ll enjoy leading the parties in heaven!
I haven’t known Carol and Wally for very long, but could tell how much they loved each other. We eat together at Howard Village ( three women and one man ) and Wally was sometimes out talked by the women. He did manage to get a one liner joke in once in a while, so in honor of Wally – ” My wife said I never listen to her, at least that’s what I think she said.” Wally will surely be missed by family and the many friends.
I haven’t known Carol and Wally for very long, but could tell how much they loved each other. We eat together at Howard Village ( three women and one man ) and Wally was sometimes out talked by the women. He did manage to get a one liner joke in once in a while, so in honor of Wally – ” My wife said I never listen to her, at least that’s what I think she said.” Wally will surely be missed by family and the many friends.