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Robert "R.C." Coleman Walters, 85, of Merritt Island, died February 20, 2012, at the Wuesthoff Brevard Hospice.
He is survived by his wife, Anne; and his children, son, Robert (Marleen) Walters; and daughters, Nancy (Randall) Sumpter, Gail (Robert) Chapman, and Julia Walters.
Robert served in the Navy during WWII. He taught band for 25 years after graduating from Troy University with a degree in music in 1950. He became Edgewood Junior High's first band director in 1959 and transferred to Jefferson Junior High in 1967. His bands were noted for their superior performances. He was a member of Phi Beta Mu.
A memorial service will be held at the F. Burton Smith Park, Karberg Pavilion, Cocoa on Saturday, February 25, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. with a reception following.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations may be made to the Wuesthoff Brevard Hospice or Huntington Place, both Rockledge, Florida.
Arrangements by East Coast Cremation, 321-632-1350.
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Sheila Qualls
February 17, 2020
Mr. Walters greatly impacted me as a teen. His is one of my few teachers that I truly remember. Prayers for his family.
marilyn kurian(babb)
February 27, 2012
my prayers are with you at this time of loss!
Tammy Allen
February 27, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the family. Mr. Walters was my first Band Director also and introduced me to the French Horn and the wonderful world of bands. I ran into him at the library a few years ago and was thrilled to see someone who had such a profound effect on my life. I have never forgotten him and never will. Tammy Leslie Allen
Debbie Sims
February 26, 2012
He was such a great band director. I played clarinet at Jefferson and he taught my Mom music in Alabama. He had a great appreciation for all kinds of music and I still remember the lessons that he taught me, Jazz music, Blood Sweat and Tears Music, ..... I will remember your family in my prayers.
janie constantine
February 26, 2012
My heart and prayers go out to the Walters Family. Mr Walters rest in peace. You made us all love music and learn respect. You were a big piece of who I am today. My dad loved making you "snack crack pop" as you put it! My mom dad and I have you in our thoughts and prayers and speak of you often. Make you look down upon us and bless us as you did with your leadership when you were here on earth. Sorry we did not make the memorial service. Our hearts go out to you all
The Constantine family
nancy collins
February 25, 2012
so sorry for your loss Mr. Walters was my first band director
Ashley Currier
February 25, 2012
My deepest sympathy to you all--you're in my thoughts.
Carol Wilkins
February 24, 2012
Julia, sorry to see your Dad had passed.
My thoughts are with you at this time
Hope Krieg Heredia
February 24, 2012
Dear Walters' family, you have my heartfelt condolences. Mr. Walters was my very first band director when I was a 5th grader at Mila Elementary, trombone no less! All these years later...I'm a grandmother - and still playing trombone with joy and enthusiasm, always grateful for the wonderful gift of music he gave to us.
Linda Welch Seegraves
February 24, 2012
Mr. Walters was a SAINT! Imagine teaching a huge classroom of 7th graders to read music for the first time and play an instrument! Not only that, he taught all the instruments! He was truly gifted and remembered by so many. Rest in peace, Mr. Walters and here's to an eternity of heavenly music.
Linda Welch Seegraves - 7th grade class Edgewood Jr. High 1966-1967
Sheila Morgan Qualls
February 24, 2012
I have many fond memories of Mr. Walters from Junior High band. He was a speical person and had an impact on all of us who were fortunate to be in his class. I took private lessons from him one summer, so I had some special time with his knowledge and talent. I am sure my Dad was there to shake his hand and welcome him home. Our thoughts and prayers are with with his family at this time.
Donnalee Dox
February 24, 2012
Nancy and family, you are in my thoughts during this time. With sympathy,
Claire Katz
February 24, 2012
I'm very sorry for you loss.
J. Vaid
February 24, 2012
With deepest sympathy.
Jonathan Hill
February 23, 2012
I had great respect and admiration for Robert Walters. He was truly an outstanding teacher. His approach to teaching fundamentals of wind instruments was flawless. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. I salute you Bob and may you rest in peace.
Jeff Wenstrand
February 23, 2012
My wife Joanna and I are very glad we had the honor in metting Robert about 24 years ago when he visited his son Bob at K I Sawyer AFB in Mich. He will be truly missed by all his friends and family.
Cookie McGlaun
February 23, 2012
With Deepest Sympathy
Bill & Dedei Cannon
February 23, 2012
We have lost yet another friend, fraternity brother, outstanding music educator, mentor and father. Our thoughts go out to the Walters family in this time of joy and sorrow. Rest well old friend.
Juli Tucker
February 23, 2012
Mr. Walters was my band teacher at Edgewood 1963. He was very patient but enthusiastic about music. I remember he couldn't decidewhich instrument for me to play - french horn or oboe - he landed on the oboe. He was very loved. my prayers and sympathy for his family. Juli Shroble Tucker
February 23, 2012
Mr Walters had such a powerful, positive impact on my life. I was so lucky to be a band member at Jefferson Jr High from 1972 through 1975 (school years) when he retired. I will ALWAYS remember him with the most admiration, love and respect. We are so much the less without him, and heaven is so much the better with him. Rest easy, my dear friend....
February 23, 2012
Mr Walters had such a powerful, positive impact on my life. I was so lucky to be a band member at Jefferson Jr High from 1972 through 1975 (school years) when he retired. I will ALWAYS remember him with the most admiration, love and respect. We are so much the less without him, and heaven is so much the better with him. Rest easy, my dear friend....
Sheila Walker
February 23, 2012
I was in the band at Edgewood. Mr. Walters was so patient when I was learning the clarinet. Many great memories. Prayers and thoughts go out to his family.
gloria king
February 23, 2012
I went to Edgewood Jr. High, was in the band for a very short time. I remember Mr.Walters, all the students thought he was a great teacher! His love of music was a great influence on many! My prayers and thoughts to all his family and friends. Gloria King
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