David Glen “Bear” Walters, 63, of Pinkstaff, Illinois, formerly of Mt. Carmel, passed away Saturday, June 30, 2018 at Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville, Indiana surrounded by his loving family.

He was born February 21, 1955 in Fairfield, IL to Glendale “Tubby” and Patricia Ann (Holcomb) Walters. He worked for OH &F in Grayville, IL as a truck driver, and was a driving instructor at Wabash Valley College.

David was a member of the Mt. Carmel Gold Wing Club. He enjoyed camping, traveling to see family out west, hunting and fishing.

Left to cherish David’s memory are his daughters Denise Sloan of Brazil, IN and Danielle (Corey) Clayton of Evansville, IN; brothers, James Pichon, Rick Walters, Timothy Walters; sisters Cathy Shipman and Linda Williams; and special friend Vanessa Black.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation for David will be Saturday, July 21, 2018 1:00 to 3:00 pm at Short Funeral Home, 527 N Mulberry St., Mt. Carmel, IL 62863. A Private Graveside Service will be held at a later date.

David’s family wants to give a special thanks to Deaconess Gateway and Linda E. White Hospice House for their kindness and thoughtfulness during his illness.

Memorials in David’s memory can be made to the family to help with expenses. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Condolences may be made online at www.short-cunninghamfh.com

Short-Cunningham Funeral Home is honored to assist David’s family