Walter J. "Wally" Juke 72, of Elyria passed away Saturday December 8, 2018 at The Cleveland Clinic Main Campus following a long illness. He was born August 21, 1946 in Elyria. Wally served in the United States Army; he loved spending time with family and friends. Wally was a life member of The Elyria United Polish Club, and a member of Amvets Post# 32. Survivors include a daughter; Tracey L. Juke of Elyria. Additional survivors include a grandson; Hayden McMillan, a sister; Holly Banjoff (George) of Carlisle Twp., and numerous nieces and nephews. Wally was preceded in death by his wife; Susie, his parents; Walter J. and Stella (nee: Peskie) Juke, and a sister Barbara Szabo. A Celebration of Wally's life will be Monday December 17, 2018 at The Elyria United Polish Club 1501 Middle Ave. Elyria, OH where the family will receive friends from 5-8PM. Burial will be private. The family suggests memorial contributions in Wally's memory be sent to The Elyria Chronicle Telegram Not-Forgotten Box 225 East Ave. Elyria, OH 44035. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Elyria (440)322-4626. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com