of Mtn. View, AR
July 2, 1921 - June 18, 2012
Egbert Eddie A. Walker, 90, of Mountain View, Arkansas passed away June 18, 2012. He was born July 2, 1921 in Malvern, Arkansas to Issac W, and Eva Agee (Bailey) Walker. Eddie Walker was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mountain View, Arkansas and was a World War II Veteran serving in the United States Air Force.
Mr. Walker was the owner of Walkers Jewelry store which he opened in 1948 and worked until 2007. He was a jeweler and watch maker. Mr. Walker was a key player in the beginning of the Mountain View folk festival. He was a 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason and a dual licensed mason at the Blue Mountain 202 Lodge in Mountain View and Lindsey Lodge 292 in Timbo, Arkansas. Along with the many accomplishments Mr. Walker achieved he was also a two-term state representative legislator from 1961-1964.
He is survived by his wife Sarah Frances (Kendrick) Walker of the home; son Tom Walker of Mountain View, Arkansas; son Jim Walker and wife Debra of Mountain View, Arkansas; sister Juantia Coleman and husband Clyde of Fox Arkansas; granddaughter Sandy Walker Melton and husband Chuck; great-grandchildren Chase Melton, Colton Melton, and Trent Walker Melton.
He is preceded in death by his parents Issac W. and Eva Agee (Bailey) Walker; three brothers; one sister; one step-mother, Ola Balentine Walker.
Services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Mountain View, Arkansas on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 at 2:00PM. A visitation will be held prior to the service at the First Baptist Church of Mountain View, Arkansas from 12:15PM-1:45PM. Bro. Ray Brown and Bro. Kenny Kendrick will be officiating the service.
Interment will be at Flatwoods Cemetery in Mountain View, Arkansas.
Pallbearers are Tommy Cleveland, Hank Arnhart, John Arnhart, Clay Arnhart, Randy Carr, and W.O. Huskey.
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14 Condolence(s)
Karen Branscum family
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
So sorry for your loss Eddie was a great friend to my grandpa Jim Depew he will be missed by us all
Linda sue McDaniel Dervishi
Friday, June 22, 2012
To the Walker family, I am so sorry to learn of Eddies passing. He was always so kind to me, as you all have been. You remain in my heart and prayers. My deep sorrow for your loss and contunied love to you............Sue McDaniel Dervishi
Janice Melton
Thursday, June 21, 2012
So sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed by everyone in Mtn View. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
Robert & Janice Melton
Digger & Gail Melton
Terri Teague-Ross
Thursday, June 21, 2012
So sorry for your loss. He will be greatly missed and was such a special part of Mountain View.
TERRY
Thursday, June 21, 2012
MY THOUGHTS AN PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY...MR WALKER WILL BE MISSED . HE WAS ALWAYS KIND AN HELPFULL TO ME WHEN I WENT TO THE STORE.
Sandy Kemp Watson
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
My thoughts & prayers go out to you all. Eddie & the family were a very important part of my family & my life. All our love, The kemp family.
Dolly Taylor
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Frances I am so sorry for your loss. Eddie was a wonderful person. You take care and God.bless you.
Pat Reeves
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Bob and I are so sorry for your loss. Praying for you.
Debra (Walker), Chris, Julie & Lydia Elder
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
We're so sorry to hear of Uncle Eddie's passing. Sending our thoughts and prayers....
Barbara Talburt-Mitchell
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Eddie was always so kind to me and my family. He was a great man. I know you will miss him. Thinking of you, Barbara
Bobby & Carlene Webb
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
So sorry to hear of Eddie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family. May God grant you all comfort and peace during this time.
Diane Hough
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mr. Walker was truly a gem and will be missed.
Lynn Adams
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
I did not know Mr. Walker personaly, but was always aware of him as a prominent member of the community. I am sure he will be greatly missed. My condolences to the family.
Doug & Shirley (Melton) Bradshaw
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
I considered Eddie to be a good friend. I have enjoyed many visits with Eddie in the jewelry store on return trips to Mt. View. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Doug Bradshaw