On 29 Dec 1867 when Walter D. was 21, he married
Elinor Dewey, daughter of
Charles James Dewey (9 Aug 1814-27 Jul 1912) &
Sarah M. Barber (20 Nov 1818-9 Mar 1888).
Born on 15 May 1846 in South Butler, Wayne County, New York. Elinor died in Auburn, Cayuga County, New York, on 13 Jul 1927; she was 81. Buried in Pine Hill Cemetery, Throop.