"The Last Walt," the 20th episode of Modern Family season three, explores how family members process death following the passing of the Dunphys' neighbor, Walt. While praised for its emotional honesty in featuring the bond between Luke and Walt, the episode is considered a mixed bag, with critics noting the jarring nature of Claire’s forced smiles and Phil’s artificial attempts at bonding with Alex. Read the full recap at Vulture . Modern Family Watch: Season 3, Episode 20 - The Last Walt