Walter C. Nemetz

Walter C. Nemetz, 85, died Thursday, October 9, 2003 at his home in Scottsdale. He was Scotts-dale's first Chief of Police, serving in that capacity from 1963-1983. Prior to coming to Scottsdale he spent 23 years with the Los Angeles Police Department as assistant to Chief William Parker. During WWII he served in the U.S. Navy and was awarded the Bronze Star for service in Occupied China. He had also been a member of the American Legion since 1945. Survivors include his wife, Norma of Scottsdale; daughter, Linda Hughey of Woodinville, WA; sons, John Saylor of Fairfax, VA and Barry Saylor of Garden Valley, CA and seven grandchildren. Memorial Services will be Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. at Scottsdale Presbyterian Church, 3421 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale. Messinger Indian School Mortuary.