Industry Jun 17, 2026

Walter Parazaider, Founding Member of Chicago, Dies at 81

The sax player died of complications from a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease. Walter Parazaider, Founding Member of Chicago, Dead at 81 Eddie Fu

Originally published by Consequence of Sound
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Walter Parazaider, Founding Member of Chicago, Dies at 81

Walter Parazaider, a founding member of the band Chicago and a notable saxophonist, has passed away at the age of 81. His death resulted from complications following a long-term struggle with Alzheimer's disease. Originally reported by Consequence of Sound.

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