Louis W. Walker, 75, of Decatur, IL passed away on Tuesday (May 22, 2012) at St. Mary’s Hospital.
A service to celebrate Louis’ life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday (May 25, 2012) at Dawson & Wikoff North Chapel. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Point Pleasant Cemetery.
Mr. Walker was born on June 28, 1936 in Decatur, IL, the son of James W. and Frances D. (Schoof) Walker. Louis retired from PPG Industries in 1990 and was a bookkeeper/accountant for 50 years. He proudly served in the Illinois National Guard. Louis married Patricia A. Blanchard on December 1, 1956. Surviving is his wife: Patricia A. Walker of Decatur, IL; children: Louis D. (Nina) Walker of Decatur, IL, Jeffrey A. (Jacquelyn) Walker of Oakley, IL, Timothy A. (Susan) Walker of Decatur, IL, Julie A. (Mitch) Aubert of Cerro Gordo, IL, Michael B. (Darci) Walker of Oakley, IL; brother: James R. (Carolyn) Walker of Howe, OK; sister: Jacquelyn Windham of Heavener, OK; grandchildren: Joshua (Tonya) Walker, Matthew Walker, Lucas Walker, Andrew Walker, Trisha (Noah) Upton, Jesse Walker, Nicholas (Tamara) Walker, Ashley (Tony) Piraino, Jennifer (Brandon) Hayes , Cody (Laci) Walker, Curtis (Chelsea) Walker, Joseph Peter, Benjamin Peter, Anna Peter, Makenzie Aubert, Marissa Aubert, Savannah Walker, Tyler Walker, Sydney Walker; great grandchildren: Courtney Walker, Devin Walker, Jacob Walker, Jordan Walker, Madison Walker, Ella Walker, Ali Walker, Colton Piraino, Isabelle Piraino, Eli Walker, Nicholas Walker, Lucas Walker, Camron Hayes; sisters-in-law: Mary Beth (Steve) Jesse of Ballwin, MO, Deborah (Glen) Jestis of Mississippi; many beloved nieces and nephews including Carey, Adam, Polly and Mindy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son: Richard Allen Walker, brother: William W. Walker, Grandmother Grace Schoof, aunt: Louise Chvatel.
Lou dedicated his life first and foremost to his family, his family was his life and they know he was and always will be a GREAT MAN.
Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com.
Presentación de Diapositivas
| Larry and Pat Conner |
Forever Memories |
May 24, 2012 |
In a lifetime we meet and have many acquaintances but very few GOOD friends and this is what Louie and Patty have been to us. As we grow older we begin loosing these friends and with each passing a little of our hearts go with them. Today we just want to say to Patty--remember all the good times and we did make so many memories that will last us until we are called home.To Little Louie, Jeff, Tim, Julie and Mike. We've seen you all grow up into adults and so hard to realize this. You each held a VERY special place in his heart and always remember this. He loved his wife and family with all his heart and those grandchildren WOW! was he proud. Just know our prayers are for each of you and as we remember back we are just going to smile and say : Good bye Louie and we love you and all your family.
| Wendy DeVore |
Friend |
May 24, 2012 |
Julie and Adam -
I am thinking of you both and your family at this difficult time. I enjoyed watching the wonderful video of Louis and I know your memories of him will help heal your heart. What a fantastic life and family he was able to enjoy. Wendy DeVore
