Walter Francis Petrucci, 76, a longtime resident of West Hurley, died on October 3, 224 at Putnam Ridge Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Born on December 7, 1947 in Bronxville, Walter was the son of the late Frank and Gloria (Visneau) Petrucci. He proudly served in the US Navy.

Walter had previously worked at Lacey Automotive in Kingston. He was a skilled artist, and owned and operated Petrucci Gallery in Saugerties. He enjoyed sharing his paintings, drawings, and lithographs with everyone.

Walter is survived by his brother, Peter Petrucci and his wife Liz of Hopewell Junction; his sister, Alicia Welch and her husband Vincent of Kingston; and his 3 nieces.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 10th from 11am - 12pm at the McHoul Funeral Home, Inc., 895 Route 82, Hopewell Junction. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at Holy Mount Cemetery. Please visit Walter's Book of Memories at www.mchoulfuneralhome.com.