Walter Schley Fitch

Walter (Wally) Schley Fitch, 86, of Anderson, Indiana passed away on March 13, 2025, at Rawlins House Assisted Living. He was born on August 2, 1938 in Wellsville, New York. As a teen, Wally's family moved to Valparaiso, IN where he graduated from Valparaiso High School in 1956. He went on to earn both a bachelor's and a master's degree in secondary education from Ball State University, where he also was a member of Theta Chi fraternity. He taught and coached at Gary Emerson High School and worked at US Steel before moving to Anderson, where he resided most of his life. He served as assistant manager for Anderson City Utilities before restarting his teaching career. Wally taught Social Studies and English for Anderson Community Schools at Northside, Southside, Highland, Anderson, and Madison Heights, where he retired in 1997. Beyond the classroom, Wally was involved in his community serving as a member of the Anderson school board, the Madison County Federal Credit Union board, and was a National Representative for the American Federation of Teachers. He was also a member of the Rooster Club and the Tenderloin Club, where he forged lasting relationships. He enjoyed spending many summers in Minnesota fishing with friends. He was an avid cyclist, enjoyed working out at the gym, or walking the trails at Mounds State Park. In addition, he was a voracious reader and a Harry Potter fan. Wally is survived by his sister, Lee Elliott of Valparaiso, IN; nieces and nephews, Susan Freeman and Chad Elliott of Valparaiso, IN; Deb Thompson of Phoenix, AZ, Pam Meents of Bellevue, OH, Christine Zimmerman of Dora, MO, Bradley Zimmerman of Bradley, IL, Todd Peters of Germantown, MD, Laurie Peters of Richmond, VA, Mindy Peters of North Chesterfield, VA; and special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ephriam and Irene (Holaday) Fitch McClure; sisters, Claire Zimmerman and Rev. Sharon Peters; niece, Cynthia Zimmerman; and nephew, Michael Zimmerman. Memorial contributions may be made to the Madison County Humane Society or the Animal Protection League. Cremation will take place and a celebration of Wally's life will be held at a later date. www.loosecares.com.

Walter Schley Fitch

August 2, 1938 - March 13, 2025