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By Amanda Galiano, About.com Guide to Little Rock since 1999

John Walton Memorial Donations

Wednesday June 29, 2005
For those of you who haven't watched the news, Sam Walton's second son, John, was killed in an airplane crash on Monday. Walton was a philanthropist, entrepreneur, war-hero and a member of the Wal-mart board of directors. He was only 58 and is survived by his wife Christy and their son, Luke, along with his other family.

The family of John Walton stated that they deeply appreciate the calls and messages they have received in reaction to Walton's death. The family wishes not to receive flowers, but they request that anyone wishing to honor Walton do so by making a memorial to one of the following organizations:

Alliance for School Choice
5080 N. 40th Street, Suite 375
Phoenix, AZ 85018
Clint Bolick, President

Children’s Scholarship Fund
8 West 38th Street, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10018-6229
Darla Romfo, President

Teton Science School
PO Box 68
Kelly, WY 83011
Jack Shea, Executive Director

There will be a private service for the family. Cards and notes may be sent to the family at the following address:
Walton Family
PO Box 1508
Bentonville AR 72712

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