Never had the pleasure to see Walt race in person during his prime. However, he had a photographic memory and the ability to tell a story that made you think you were actually at a race 50 years ago. I did have the pleasure to announce him many times over the years in the Oldtimers deal. He still enjoyed standing on the gas.
Another thing about Walt. You hear many people refer to someone having a twinkle in their eye. Not always true. In Walt's case, he truly had a twinkle in his eye! He is will be sadly missed and there will never be another quite like him.
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