Van DALINDA, Walter A. of Winthrop, December 2, 2010, at the age of 99. Beloved husband of the late Frances (Conway) VanDalinda. Devoted father of Ellen A. VanDalinda of Winthrop. Brother of the late John J, William H. Jr, Edward G, and Ruth M. VanDalinda. Dear brother-in-law to Katherine VanDalinda of Winthrop and Marie Conway of Wayland. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Maurice W. Kirby Funeral Home 210 Winthrop St, WINTHROP, on Tues, Dec 7 at 11am. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. John the Evangelist Church at 12pm. Relatives and friends are invited. Interment will be in Winthrop Cemetery. Visiting hours are Mon only 4-8pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the VA Adult Day Care c/o Chelsea Soldiers Home Recreation Dept. 91 Crest Ave, Chelsea, MA, 02150. Late U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII. Former Town of Winthrop Selectman for 12 years. Former President of the Massachusetts League of Cities and Towns for 2 years. Life Member of the Winthrop Yacht Club and the Winthrop Lodge of Elks#1078. Member of the Knights of Columbus-Winthrop Council #162, American Legion-Winthrop Post #146, Disabled American Veterans, and the Mass. Retirees of State Employees. For guestbook and directions, go to www.mauricekirbyfh.com.