IN MEMORIAM: Walter E. Backus, 88; Korean War Vet, Union Leader At Scintilla SIDNEY – Walter Edmund Backus, 88, a Korean War veteran and union leader during 40 years at Scintilla (Amphenol) passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019 in the comfort of his home. Walt was born in 1930 and graduated from Bainbridge-Guilford High School in 1947. Shortly after, he enlisted in the Army; he was discharged in July 1950. Walt was recalled to active duty on Nov.…
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