CROUSE, Walter J. Of Dedham, Oct. 23, 2011. Beloved husband of Ruth A. Gifford. Devoted father of Michael Crouse and his wife Meredith of Franklin, Jen Crouse and her partner Brooke of Oakland, CA. Grandfather of Nathan and Colin Crouse. Funeral service private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Walter's memory to the American Cancer Society , 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Late independent contractor and avid golfer.