Michael B. Walt, 83, of Zephyrhills/Millsboro went home to be with the Lord on August 4, 2022. He was born July 30th, 1939 to Archie and Grace Walt. Michael was a retired U.S. Navy Veteran of 30 years. He served in five overseas tours, one of which included sailing on the U.S.S Shangri-La on a goodwill cruise around the world. He was awarded the National Defense Medal, Navy Expeditionary Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Naval Reserve Meritorious Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Gold Conduct Medal (4), Navy Achievement Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation Award (2), Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Navy Battle "E" Ribbon, Recruiting Silver Wreath Badge (2). He concluded his military career at the highly respected level of Senior Chief Petty Officer. He was a member of the Dagsboro Church of God, where he served as an usher, elder, and member of the Financial Committee. He was also an owner of a contracting company for many years. Michael had a passion and talent for woodworking, bowling, and a love for history. He also enjoyed going to the Indian River Senior Center to play cards and billiards. He is survived by his loving wife, Janie Walt; children Pamela Rogan, Theresa White, and Catherine (James) Seemann; step daughter Nova (Forrest)Williams; grandchildren James (Amber) Seemann Jr., Michael (Shelbi) Seemann, Jacob (Lindsay) Seemann, step-grandson Brandon Williams; great-grandchildren Rachel, Eliana, Emery, Everly, and Sarah; and a sister Pamela Walt Adelizzi. As well as a special cousin Karen Selby. He was preceded in death by his parents Archie and Grace Walt; two brothers, Robert and Allan Walt; and two sisters, Lynne Kozak and Carol Lessor. Celebration of Life Service Monday, August 29, 2022 10:00 AM Committal Service Monday, August 29, 2022 1:30 PM Florida National Cemetery 6502 SW 102nd Avenue Bushnell, Florida 33513