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Randall Walters Obituary


Walters, Randall L. "Randy" 60, of Huntley, at rest September 12, 2005, beloved husband of Linda (nee Werner), loving father of Lacy (Matthew) Kaufmann of Deerfield and Matthew Walters of Chicago, cherished brother of Kathy Walters of Bartonville. Mr. Walters proudly served 10 years as Police Chief in the Village of Huntley and as an Officer and Commander for 26 years with the Village of Northbrook. Chief Walters will lie-in-state on Saturday, September 17, from 3 till 7 p.m., at the Cosman Cultural Center, 12015 Mill St., Huntley. Private services and burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of sending flowers, the family request that donations be made to Rush University Medical Center Lung Cancer Research of Dr. Phillip Bonomi c/o Rush University Medical Center, 1700 W. Van Buren, Suite 250, Chicago, IL, 60612, attn: Randy Walters Memorials, James A. O'Connor Funeral Home of Huntley is in charge of arrangements. 847-669-5111

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 15, 2005.

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Benjamin Miraski

September 18, 2005

I knew Mr. Walters when I played baseball with Matt growing up in Northbrook. He was at every game and a great supporter of his family and the town.



I was much saddened to hear of his loss. The thoughts and prayers of my family go out to you all.



Ben

George Wagner

September 17, 2005

Linda, Matt and Lacy,

We were truly saddened to hear of the loss of Randy. He was a great guy and a cop's cop. Having worked with him from the MEG days in the early 70's and throughout our careers, he was someone for whom I had tremendous respect, as did the officers and communities in which he worked. I only wish that our paths had crossed more often after he retired from Northbrook PD.



Please accept our condolences on your loss, and let us know if we can help in any way.

Valerie Mlejnek

September 16, 2005

Linda, Lacy and Matt

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Take comfort in knowing that he suffers no more. Your happy memories will keep you strong.

Sean Smith

September 16, 2005

I knew Chief Walters professionally for about nine years. During my career I have worked with hundreds of Chief and Sheriff’s from around the State of Illinois. Chief Walters was a leader among leaders. Chief Walters was responsible for turning a small Mchenry County Police Department into a well-respected public safety organization. As a resident of Huntley for six years and a first time homeowner, I knew that because of Chief Walters’s leadership my home and family would always be safe and well protected.



Police Officers Prayer

Oh Almighty God, whose great power and eternal wisdom embraces the universe.

Watch over all policemen and law enforcement officers.

Father in Heaven please give them the strength, courage and perseverance to endure

The unjust condemnation, danger, and physical abuse to which they are at times subjected.

We recommend them to your loving care because their duty is dangerous.

Dear God, grant these brave men your almighty protection,

Unite them safely with their families after duty has ended.

Amen

Dave Crawford

September 16, 2005

My sympathy to the Walters family. I knew Randy as a fellow law enforcement officer when I was with the FBI. He loved to attend our annual golf outings. I regarded Randy as a true professional and a credit to law enforcement. He will be missed.

Lombard, IL Police Department Honor Guard Unit

September 16, 2005

We mourn the loss of a law enforcement leader and brother. Our condolences to the Walters family, the Huntley PD family, and the Northbrook PD family.

Kenny and Sandy Holm

September 15, 2005

Linda, Lacy and Matthew:

When we received the news today of Randy's passing, we were in shock. We are very sad from the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love, Kenny and Sandy

Kathleen Baladad

September 15, 2005

All my love and sympathy to you. May he rest in eternal peace without anymore pain.

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