Walter Richard Jenigen
December 13, 1939 - March 6, 2022
Walter Richard Jenigen, 82 Okeechobee – Walter Richard Jenigen passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2022. He was born December 13, 1939 in Winthrop, Massachusetts to Walter and Helen (Markowitz) Jenigen. Walter grew up in New Jersey and moved to Florida in 1980. He made Okeechobee his home in 1989. He was employed at Eckerd Youth Development Center until he retired in 2001. He proudly served our country in the United States Army. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter A Jenigen and Helen (Jenigen) Blummer; grandson, Michael Baumgarten; and great granddauther, Taylor Baumgarten. He is survived by his loving wife, Karen; daughter, Debra (Joseph) Baumgarten; sons Walter (Patti) Jenigen, Edward and Sean; eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Visitation will be 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2022 at Buxton & Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home. Those wishing to leave a message of condolence may sign the register book at, www.OkeechobeeFuneralHome.com All arrangements are entrusted to the direction and care of the Buxton & Bass Okeechobee Funeral Home, 400 North Parrott Avenue, Okeechobee, Florida, 34972
Walter Richard Jenigen, 82 Okeechobee – Walter Richard Jenigen passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2022. He was born December 13, 1939 in Winthrop, Massachusetts to Walter and Helen (Markowitz) Jenigen. Walter grew up in New... View Obituary & Service Information