The musician's wife, JacLynn, was by his side.
Walter Parazaider of Chicago performs at the 31st Annual Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at Barclays Center on April 8, 2016, in New York City.
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Walter Parazaider, founding member of iconic rock band Chicago, has died after a six-year battle with Alzheimer’s. He was 81 years old.
The musician’s wife, JacLynn, told TMZ that Parazaider passed away at 2:10 a.m. on Wednesday (June 17). She was by his side when he died.
