WVAC Legacy is to recognize those members of the club who are no longer with us and served as officers or volunteered their time in the operation of the club. This page is new to our website, WVAC was started in 1990 so we’re sure there are people not listed here that should be. If you have information on past members or additional information please contact us clicking here.
Jim Chrisman: Jim founded the club in 1990 as a chartered club in Sun City West. Jim had his own observatory as part of his home in Sun City West.
Walter Schmitt: Walter served as President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Star Party Coordinator. Walter was born on 10/06/1925 and served as a military guard for the German during WWII. While on guard duty at night Walter study the night sky. Walter traveled the world and was quit active up unto his passing in 2021 at the age of 96. Walter was always fun to be with.
