Walter Tuchel

Walter Tuchel, 86, of Rogers died Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014, at The Highlands of Rogers. He was born Oct. 21, 1928, in East Prussia, Germany, the son of Maria Schmittlick and Fredrick Tuchel. He came to the United States in 1951 and worked for a farmer for over a year. He was employed by John Deere for over 30 years. He had lived in the Northwest Arkansas area since 1985 after moving from Iowa. He enjoyed fishing, traveling and dancing. He was preceded in death by his parents, nine siblings and many other loving relatives. Walter is survived by his wife, Theresa Tuchel, whom he married June 16, 1976; two sons, Harold Tuchel of Waterloo, Iowa, Norbert Tuchel and his wife, Patricia, of Rogers; several siblings; one grandson; two granddaughters; and several great-grandchildren. No services are planned per Walter's request. Memorials may be sent to the Rogers Humane Society in honor of Walter, 407 E. Nursery Road, Rogers, AR 72758. Arrangements by Epting Funeral Home of Bentonville. Condolences: www.eptingfuneralhome.webs.com.