Walter Parazaider, a founding member of the legendary jazz-rock band Chicago, has died at the age of 81. He passed away on Wednesday, June 17, due to complications from Alzheimer's disease while in hospice care.
Family Announces the News
His daughter, Felicia Helen Parazaider, announced his death on Facebook. “I love you poppy, my Pal,” she wrote. “You coloured our world.” The tragic news was later confirmed by his wife, Jaclynn, who was at his bedside. She told TMZ that her husband had died at 2:10 a.m. on Wednesday morning while in hospice care.
Six-Year Battle with Alzheimer's
Walter was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease six years ago. He spent his final days surrounded by loved ones in a hospice facility.
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