Late Walter Gretzky, popularly known as the father of one of the greatest hockey player, Wayne Gretzky, got separated from his wife in the early 2000s.
Walter Gretzky is a Canadian personality best known for coaching his son Wayne Gretzky and some minor charities.
The media headlines have been filled with the sad news of the passing of Walter at the age of 82 years old. After being unable to make it as a professional hockey player, Walter worked hard so that he could provide better opportunities for his children.
Considered the greatest hockey player of all time, Wayne Gretzky has always been frank about his father’s contributions and teaching.
Quick Facts:
| Name | Walter Gretzky |
| Birthday | October 8, 1938 |
| Age | 82 (dead) |
| Gender | Male |
| Height | 5 feet 9 inches |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Net Worth | $13 Million |
| Married/Single | Married |
| Wife | Phyllis Hockin (dead) |
| Children | 5 |
| @WalterGretzky |
Walter Gretzky, father of Wayne, has passed away. He was 82. ♥️ pic.twitter.com/82SWbjKjTt
— TSN (@TSN_Sports) March 5, 2021
Who Is Walter Gretzky’s Wife?
Walter Gretzky was married to his wife Phyllis Hockin for more than 40 years.
Apparently, Walter got married to his wife after he was declared too small and ill to make it as a professional hockey player. It was after this failure that the Canadian man worked as a Cable wire repairman and married his wife.
Similarly, Gretzky always had the support of his wife who would help him in taking care of the family. Sadly, Phyllis left Walter in 2005 when she passed away after living a happily married life for 45 years.
Rest in Peace, Walter Gretzky.
Canada’s Hockey Dad. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/zNN5JSYvJJ
— NHLonNBCSports (@NHLonNBCSports) March 5, 2021
Facts To Know About Walter Gretzky
- Walter and his wife Phyllis together had five children in their family. Out of them, Wayne is the first child whereas the other four are named Kim, Brent, Glen, and Keith.
- As per Idol Net Worth, Walter Gretzky’s net worth was estimated to be around $13 million. Likewise, his son Wayne is valued at an incredible $250 million as per Celebrity Net Worth.
- Furthermore, the cause of death of Wayne Gretzky’s father, Walter is supposed to be Parkison’s disease.
- As a matter of fact, Walter was fighting against Parkinson’s disease for nine years before he sadly passed away on March 4.
- The personality was not active on social media. Besides, Gretzky had a Twitter account that he never used.