USS Indianapolis CA-35
Donald Henry Walters - Lost At Sea

Name: Donald Henry Walters
Rank / Rating: F1-Fireman First Class
Service #: 877 08 58
DOB: Jun 29, 1919
From: Colorado Springs, CO
Parents: Earnest and Cora Bell Walters
Went Aboard: Dec 01, 1944
Age When Ship Went Down: 26 years, 1 months, 1 days
Spouse: Alma L. Walters (Elliott)
Children: Charlene J. Walters (Horning)
Grandchildren: Debbie M. Grover and Teddi G. Schnurr
Bio Submitted By: Debbie M. Grover (Grand Daughter)
Bio Last Updated: Jul 30, 2025

Fireman First Class Donald Henry Walters was married to Alma and had a daughter Charlene. He had gone aboard USS Indianapolis CA-35 on December 1, 1944. After Indy was damaged by a bomb that was dropped by a Kamikaze pilot at Okinawa on March 31, 1945, Donald traveled on the ship for its return to Mare Island, CA for repairs. While in Mare Island from mid-April 1945 to his ship's departure on July 16, 1945; Donald's wife and daughter were with him and living near Mare Island. It was during those last few weeks prior to his departure on his final cruise that Donald played music on his guitar for his family and friends. Music was a passion for him and he enjoyed sharing his talents!