Foothills Sentry Page 10 JULY 2025 Robert (Bob) Joseph Walters 1941 – 2025 Robert (Bob) Joseph Walters, 83, passed away peacefully on May 23 at his daughter’s home in North Tustin, surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Bob was the eldest of nine children of Hugh and Alice Walters. He earned the rank of Eagle Scout with five Palms and nurtured early passions for camping, stamp collecting and launching homemade rockets in the desert. Bob graduated from Lakewood High School in 1960 and worked as a dishwasher to put himself through UCLA. At UCLA, he participated in the debate club, founded Gargoyle Magazine, and was a proud member of the Theta Xi fraternity. In 1969, Bob founded American Traffic Services, one of the country’s first non-asset-based freight logistics firms. That same year, he married Patricia Neaves, with whom he raised four children. The family lived in Buena Park before settling in Orange Park Acres in 1979. Bob was active in civic life and served as president of the OPA community association. He helped build the original horse arena at Salem Lutheran Church—it has since been relocated to its current site—and championed the fencing and preservation of the OPA trail system. He was a passionate voice against overdevelopment, particularly the Sully-Miller project, and built strong friendships through his community efforts. A published author, Bob was driven by a belief in good government, strong moral values in public policy, and improving children’s education. His writings and advocacy reflected his deep convictions and thoughtful perspective. Bob is survived by five sisters, three children, 12 grandchildren, and three great-granddaughters. He leaves behind a legacy of leadership, integrity and service—to his industry, his community, and his family. Back row, left to right: Noah Echegaray, Steve Hunt, Mike Clements, Bruce Morrison, Gregg Williamson, Frank Tucker; front, left to right: Shannon Tucker and Debbie Booth. The Kiwanis Club of Orange will host this summer’s Concerts in the Park for the Orange community. Last year, the City of Orange realized that it did not have the funds to continue the Summer Concert Series. Wilson Automotive stepped up with the needed funds so that this event could continue. The Club was grateful to Wilson Automotive because the food concession at the concerts is it main fundraiser. As the host of this year's Summer Concert Series, Kiwanis Club not only provides all the food concessions, but also books the bands, hires the sound crew, handles the finances, and everything else that it takes to make these free concerts happen. It is a lot of moving parts and a big undertaking for a small club made up of all volunteers. Everyone associated with this endeavor -- from the bands to the community sponsors -- has been very supportive. All the concerts will take place at Hart Park on Wednesday evenings. The lineup is: July 9th – Stone Soul playing Classic Soul & Motown July 16th – The Trip – 60s, 70s, 80s Rock July 23rd – Ronstadt Revival - Linda Ronstadt tribute July 30th – The New Romantics – Taylor Swift tribute August 6th – 90s Rockshow – 90s Rock Sponsorship opportunities are still available; contact Shannon Tucker at KiwanisofOrangeCA@ gmail.com. Kiwanis is a nonprofit organization that focuses on assisting children in the community. In addition to sponsoring the high school Key Club program, Kiwanis awarded $20,000 in scholarships to six graduating seniors. Kiwanis also awarded grants to Orange schools for academic enhancement, provided breakfast for the GRIP (Gang Reduction Intervention Partnership) spring break soccer camp and hosted a bowling field trip for children with special needs. If you have ever been to the Santa photo booth during the City’s Tree Lighting ceremony, then you have enjoyed another community event provided by Kiwanis. Orange Emblem Club #418 shared in the commemoration of Memorial Day at the Santa Ana Cemetery. Club President Laurie Padilla placed a wreath at the foot of the monument that honors all the veterans who gave their lives in the fight for our country's freedom. The Memorial Day remembrance, an annual event hosted by the cities of Orange, Tustin and Santa Ana, has been going on since 1881. Assistance League joins Independence from Hunger campaign Assistance League of Orange and the Friendly Center are partnering with Orange Grocery Outlet for its annual Independence From Hunger campaign, running from June 25 through July 30. The program is simple. When customers check out at the Grocery Outlet register, they have the option to donate money in any denomination. If they choose to donate $5 or more, the customer will receive a $5 coupon for a future purchase. The funds raised will allow food to be bought and delivered to people in the Orange Community facing food insecurity. 100% of all donations, will go back into the community. Orange Grocery Outlet, owned by Mike and Melanie McCormick, is located at 1803 E. Chapman. From left, Terrie Schatz, Marilyn Dinger, Jay and Vicky Chaisson placed 400 flags on veteran's graves. Orange Elks Exalted Ruler Kelley Martinez placed a wreath in honor of our fallen heroes at the Tri-City Memorial Day Observance and at the Fairhaven Memorial Day Service. Service clubs commemorate Memorial Day Kiwanis brings Concerts in the Park to Orange
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