Walter A. Nebiker Obituary in Warren at WJSmith Funeral Home

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Walter A. Nebiker

1/13/1929 - 6/17/2013

Obituary For Walter A. Nebiker

Walter A. Nebiker Jr. died Monday, June 17, 2013 he was the loving companion of Dorothy ONeil. Born in Passaic, New Jersey, a son of the late Walter and Marie (Mach) Nebiker, he was a resident of the area for over 25 years. Mr. Nebiker was a consultant and then a preservation planner for the RI Historical Preservation Commission. He was the first president and co-founder of the North Smithfield Heritage Association and the first president of the Warren Preservation Society. He served in the US Navy aboard the USS Wilkes-Barre and the USS Little Rock and was very proud of his service to his country. Mr. Nebiker enjoyed sailing, camping and traveling, having completed a two month trek across the US on his bicycle. Survivors: three sons, David Nebiker and his wife Barbara of Potomac, MD, Daniel Nebiker of Warren and Arlin Nebiker of E. Providence. Two daughters, Kristin Nebiker of Tacoma, WA and Karin Nebiker of Harrisville. A sister, Mary Ann Hansler and her husband Richard of Corvallis, OR, eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements are with SMITH FUNERAL AND MEMORIAL SERVICES, 8 Schoolhouse Rd. Warren, where the family will receive friends Saturday, July 27, from 4-7PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society PO Box 22718 Oklahoma City, OK 73123 or the RI Historical Preservation Commission 150 Benefit St. Providence, RI 02903.www.wjsmithfh.com

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04/27/2021

Don Faxon

Sorry for your loss. Walter was a very special man. It was my pleasure to be his cna!
04/27/2021

Don Faxon

Walter was a very nice man and could be quite witty. It was a pleasure to know him.
04/27/2021

Don Faxon

So sorry to hear about Walter's passing. He was a good friend for many years. We used to go together to Brimfield every year and hunt for postcards. He had a great thirst for knowledge and was a wonderful researcher. He will be missed
04/27/2021

Don Faxon

I hope your family will find comfort in Jesus' words:â?? Do not marvel at this, the hour is coming when all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out."(John 5:28,29) So for a little while, your love one will have to sleep in death, before they are awaken from the pangs of death.-John 11:11-44. May God continue to comfort and bless your family.-Isaiah 66:13.
04/27/2021

Don Faxon

Walter was one of a kind and an inspiration to me. In the historic preservation world that was and is run by well off Ivy League grads, Walter was down to earth, outspoken, and eminently human. He loved his family and children, loved Warren, and loved contributing to the state of Rhode Island. I loved visiting Walter and Dorothy, and only wish he could see me now and hear of my adventures, all inspired by his own. And I miss him.