Obituary of Walter Raymond Betz

Walter Raymond Betz died suddenly on September 27, 2015 at the age of 82. Walt is survived by his Roller Coaster Partner of 43 years, Charles Lynch of Pitman, NJ; his nephew Bruce G. Eveland and wife Martina; his nephew Barry Eveland and wife Jennifer; his niece Linda Eveland Rieth; his grand nephew Craig Rieth; his grand niece Erika Rieth Kraemer; his sister in-law Herta Betz; his nephew David Betz and wife Linda. He is predeceased by his parents, Otto Betz and Anna Mae Betz (nee Burness); his brother Jack Betz; and his sister Barbara Eveland (nee Betz). Walt was born on January 20, 1933 in Camden, NJ. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson High School in 1951, he immediately joined the US Army, where he proudly served in Korea during the Korean War and received an Honorable Discharge. Walt was an avid fan of all Philadelphia Sports Teams, especially the Phillies. His true passion in life so, were the finer things of life, he enjoyed the Opera, the Broadway Shows, the Philadelphia Orchestra, cooking, gardening, the Beach at Cape May; his Bombay Sapphire Gin and Red Wine. Yes, he remained somewhat of a Rascal right into his 80's, but he truly enjoyed life to the fullest. Even on his last day he was reminiscing about his recent trip to Europe, where he explored the ancient Palaces of Greece; the Castles of Germany and of course the Red Wines fresh from the Barrel. He died suddenly but peacefully surrounded by his family and friends. Walt was a very kind and intelligent man. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family and all who knew him. At Walt's request, there will be a private cremation with no funeral services. A sea-burial, to celebrate his life, will be held off Cape May for his family and friends at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be offered to the Philadelphia Orchestra at One South Broad Street, 14th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107, or online at https://www.philorch.org/make-gift#/ . Memories may be shared at www.kelleyfhpitman.com.