John Walters
John Louis Walters, 92, of Satsuma, Florida, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on
Sunday, September 14, 2025, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, to the late Alvin Walters and Ethel
Meyer. After proudly serving 20 years in the United States Air Force as a jet engine mechanic,
he and his family relocated to Florida, where he worked another 20 years as a diesel engine
mechanic with ComCar Trucking in Auburndale.
John was preceded in death by his first wife, Alice Earlene Walters; his sisters, Louise Brunson,
Alvina “Tina” Cauldwell, and Ruth “Tissie” Paul; his brother, Alvin “Bubba” Walters; and his
step-granddaughters, Angie Kennedy and Anndrea Kennedy.
He is survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Judith Walters of Satsuma, Florida; his sons, John
Louis Walters Jr. (Jacki) of Alaska and Allen D. Walters of California; his daughter, Gwendolyn
Gonzales of Oklahoma; and his stepsons, Wayne Kennedy, Wade Kennedy, and Warren
Kennedy. He also leaves behind his grandchildren: John Louis Walters III (Caiti) of Florida,
Steven Walters (Melissa) of Texas, Richard Gonzales (Barbara) of Tennessee, and Alicia
Gonzales of Oklahoma; as well as great-grandchildren: Cannon Walters, Nolan Walters, Rose
Graycey, Avelyn Walters, Lilith Walters, Aeiol Gonzales, and Roeh Gonzales.
A dedicated servant of Christ, John worked tirelessly at Welaka Baptist Church, serving as
soundman, trustee, usher, and was lovingly known as the “candy man.”
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at Welaka
Baptist Church, followed by a service with Dr. Ken Johnson officiating. Interment will
take place on Monday, September 22, 2025, at 12:30 PM at Florida National Cemetery, 6502
SW 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, Florida, with military honors rendered by the United States Air
Force.
With the highest honor and deepest respect, Watts Funeral Home and Cremation Services of
San Mateo, Florida, has been entrusted with Mr. Walters’ military funeral arrangements,
honoring his life, legacy, and faithful service to our nation.