Obituaries

February 24, 1926 to April 18, 2016

FRANCESVILLE - Irene Ida Cords Walter, 90, passed away Monday, April 18, in Sun City, AZ.

She was born on Feb. 24, 1926, in Francesville, to the late William and Minnie Kruger Cords.

She is survived by her four children and their spouses, Judy and Tom Alston of Belleville IL; Donna and George Duda of Albuquerque, NM; Bill and Shere Walter of Sun City; and Linda and Rick Knight of Cave Creek, AZ. Also surviving are 8 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Howard and Judy Cords of Medaryville and Merl Cords of Medaryville; and sister-in-law, Charlotte Cords of Lafayette; as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Harry Cords; sister, Leona Utterback; and infant brother, Ralph. 

Mrs. Walter graduated from Medaryville High School in 1944 and attended Beauty School in Phoenix, AZ in 1946. She loved being a Bible study leader, coordinator for Community Bible Study, and she received Volunteer of the Year with Hospice of the Valley. She was an active member of American Lutheran Church in Phoenix and later at American Lutheran Church of Sun City. She received great joy in sharing her strong faith and love of the Lord. Her heart and door were always open to all. She loved sharing her beautiful roses and amaryllises. Her family and many friendships were a treasured value in her life.

A celebration of life service will be at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 10, at St. James Salem United Church of Christ, Francesville, with Rev. Judith Doll officiating. Inurnment will follow in St. James Salem Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. James Salem United Church of Christ, Francesville IN.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Frain Mortuary in Francesville. Online condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.frainmortuary.com.