Walter "Wally" Clinch

Walter "Wally" Clinch, 91, of Washington, IL passed away on Friday, May 22, 2020, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria, IL.

He was born July 22, 1928, in Peoria, the son of Walter and Frances Veatch Clinch.  He married Betty J. Maile on September 9, 1952, in Peoria. 

Surviving are his wife, two sons Mark (Becky) Clinch of Groveland, IL and Brett (Cindi) Clinch of Highpoint NC; one daughter Christine Maurer, wife of the late Craig Maurer of Washington.  Also, surviving are two grandsons, two step-grandsons, and three great-grandsons.

He was a 1948 graduate of Woodruff High School in Peoria where he was a gifted athlete.  Wally was a carpenter for Union Local 227 in East Peoria for many years. During his retirement years he enjoyed golfing and working at Quail Meadows Golf Course in East Peoria.  

Cremation rites have been accorded, and a private family service will be held at a later date.  Memorials may be given to the Richard L. Owens Hospice Home, 8630 IL Rt-91, Peoria IL 61615. Mason-White Funeral Home in Washington is assisting with arrangements.  To share a memory or send a condolence for his family, visit www.masonfuneralhomes.com.

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