So interesting to read about parts of Uncle Walter’s life, I didn’t know about. I always picture him a baby blue leisure suit! Before we moved from Iowa in 1987 he was so informative as I had put together a slideshow from my dad‘s old slides and he really knew a lot about what we were seeing in the slides from the Air Force bases and the types of planes. I wish I would’ve recorded it. It was so nice when we were able to come to visit in MO with my mom the last several years and hear him tell stories and get a chance to reconnect. I know I learned something new when I found out that he was supposed to be the best man at my parents wedding but the start of the Vietnam war kept him from coming to Tokyo. Also how they called themselves the Three Amigos Dad, Alvin and Walter As they would go out have some fun!
Condolences and peace for you all
Love,
Kim, Ed and Tamie