01/14/2026
Although the Princeton Rugby Club is in it's infancy it traces it roots to the Langley Rugby Club.
We have learned the passing of a great friend and great coach. Shelley Knott Mcd , our coach, got dragged into to the sport because of Walt and his Daughter in Law.
It's with incredible sadness.
It is with profound sorrow that the family of Walter William Foss announces his peaceful passing on January 8, 2026, at the age of 66. Born on November 7, 1959, to Ivan and Bertha Foss, Walter was a passionate, caring, and gentle man who was a great mentor and leader for everyone he crossed paths with.
Walter grew up on a family dairy farm in Fort Langley with his parents and siblings Ivan, Keith, Dorothy, Earl, John, Chris, Bonnie, Shelley, Cheryl. Early in Walters life, he was introduced to one of his first great loves, rugby, at Fort Junior High. As a young man Walter loved traveling the world and experiencing all of life's adventures. He also got the opportunity to tour the United Kingdom on various rugby tours, making life long friends along the way.
For the past 30 years Walterโs life has revolved around his children. He was an extremely involved parent, supporting and encouraging all of the kids' sports and interests. From participating in cattle drives when the kids were young to coaching almost every rugby team the kids were on. Walter was their number one fan and supporter and made it known how proud he was of their accomplishments and achievements.
His legacy not only lives on through his children, William (Emma), Wesley (Mikayla), and Katie, but through the many lives he has touched through his coaching and community involvement at the Langley Rugby Club.
A celebration of life will be held on January 23rd at 3 pm, at the Langley Rugby Club, 21280 Crush Crescent, Langley, BC. It will be held on the training dome.
