Brian A. Walters, 61, of Independence, formerly of Danville and Mt. Pleasant, died Saturday, June 21, 2025 at his home. He was born in Burlington on October 26, 1963 to Donna Sue Grandstaff Elmore. He was a graduate of Danville High School and was of the Christian faith. On June 4, 2016, he married Keith Allan Nuehring in Independence.
After graduating he worked as a bartender at the Farmer’s Tavern in New London and the Moose Lodge in Mt. Pleasant. He worked for the Mt. Pleasant MHI until it’s closing, then at the Independence Mental Health Institute since 2016.
Brian was a member of the Moose Lodge and enjoyed his Wine of the Month Club. His two favorite times of the year were the fall and the Christmas season. He loved dressing nicely including the cologne, shoes and jewelry. Brian said “it takes a lot of money to look this good!” He was very witty and everyone enjoyed his sarcasm, even the wise cracks during stays at the hospital. Brian loved shopping, even to the grocery store; spending time with his small but close circle of friends; and loved visiting with people.
Survivors include his husband Keith of Independence; sister Bobbi (Craig) Huebner of New London; brother Kent Walters of Wayland; nephews, Kristofer Walters, Ben (Morgan) Fry, Nick (Rachael) Fry and Tylor (Bailey) Huebner; his old English bulldogs Ethel and Olive; his special friends Erin Sherrets, Corey Stoner, Chris Hemmer and Melissa Assink; and a host of other good friends. He was preceded in death by his mother and brother Kevin.
The family will greet friends from 10:00 – 11:00 am, Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at Elliott Chapel. Inurnment at Burge Cemetery, New London, next to his beloved Mother and brother will immediately follow. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.