Stephen E. Walter, 65, was born October 14, 1947 in Evergreen Park, IL and died April 14, 2013 at Condell Medical Center, Libertyville.

He achieved the Bronze Tablet from the University of Illinois and was a graduate of Northwestern University School of Law. He was a public defender in Lake County, IL. He had a private practice before becoming a Judge in 1985 until 2006 when he retired. He was a member of the Illinois State Bar Association. After retirement he then practiced law as a part time mediator and arbitrator and enjoyed spending time with his family. Steve loved sports and was a diehard Chicago White Sox fan.

He is survived by his loving wife Claudia (nee Fiore), proud father of Matthew (fiancee Caroline) Walter, Mia Walter, John Walter and Sarah Walter, his sister Linda Olen and his canine companions Spencer and Missy.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Catholic Charities 2050 Ballenger Ave Suite 400 Alexandria, VA 22314 or Lake County Bar Foundation 415 Washington St. Waukegan, IL 60085.

For information visit www.kristanfuneralhome.com or call 847-566-8020.