Chicago's Walt Parazaider shares diagnosis with fans

Walt Parazaider , one of the founding members sax player in Chicago, has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

Walt took to the band’s website and he says, "So many of you have been very kind over the years with birthday and well wishes, I want to share some news with you before you saw rumors on the Internet.”

He adds, "Five months ago I was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Needless to say, my wife, daughters and myself were shocked and devastated. It has taken awhile to process this news and the fact is, we still are. The good news is we have a wonderful medical facility here and I have a very good doctor. I am working hard and not going to give up…”

Finally he says, "Thank you for your thoughts and prayers. I wish you and your families all the best in 2021 and always."

Walt is 76 and he retired from touring with the band back in 2017 because of a heart condition.

[Source: Classic Hits Today]


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