Brian L. “Skip” Walsh 82 of West Yarmouth died after an encouraging battle of strength with various ailments.

Born in Brockton, Brian was the son of the late Basil B. and Agnes E. (Bernier) Walsh. He was a graduate of Stonehill College and Bridgewater State University and pursued advanced graduate credits as well.

Brian was a secondary school teacher of English and History in the Abington School system for 34 years. He was active in the Abington Education Association and served as its vice president. He was also a member of the Board of Directors of the Plymouth County Education Association and served as its vice president and president.

Brian summered on Cape Cod his entire life and even during school breaks he worked at places like Wequaquet Lake Yacht Club, Bass River Yacht Club, the Sea Lord Resort in Dennis and the Governor Prence Lodge in Truro.

After his retirement, Brian worked as a tour director and guide conducting tours for out of state coach passengers on Cape Cod, Martha’s Vineyard, Plymouth, Boston, and Newport, RI.

Brian is survived by his nephews, Stephen G. Walsh of Essex Junction, VT, David J. Walsh of Sandwich, Michael P. Walsh of Forestdale, and Christopher B. Walsh of Dennis; and his niece, Kathleen M. Arnold of Harwich. In addition to his parents, Brian was predeceased by his brother, Basil B. Walsh and his wife, Mary H. (Connolly) Walsh, and his sister, Maureen A. Walsh.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday June 16 in Saint Pius X Church, Station Ave., South Yarmouth.

Interment will be private.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Cape Abilities, 895 Mary Dunn Rd., Hyannis, MA 02601 or to the charity of one’s choice.

My condolences to Brian’s nephews and niece. Brian and I were long time friends and colleagues. The Skipper was an excellent teacher. He and I did a lot of traveling together back in the day. When anyone was with your uncle, there was always levity and good times. You wouldn’t remember me but I met all of you when I worked at the Bass River Yacht Club as steward. Rest In Peace B. Alan Strondak

Mr. Walsh was one of my all-time favorite teachers at Abington Junior High School in 1971 & 1972. He had the best sense of humor and we learned so much in his class. Condolences to his family & friends. I am so grateful that he was part of my educational experience. Ellen (Byrne) Delany