Obituary of Jimmie Ray Walker

Jimmie Ray Walker was born July 6, 1949 to Jessie and Ruby (Shepherd) Walker and passed away June 9, 2013 at Licking Park Manor after a long illness. He is survived by his Mother, Ruby Walker of the home and a host of nieces and nephews that will miss him greatly. He was preceded in death by his Father; his maternal grandparents, Oliver and Lucy Shepherd; and his brothers and sisters-in-law, George and Sharon Walker and Johnnie and Pat Walker. Jimmie proudly served his country in both the Navy and Army. He was a member of the American Legion Post 559 and the VFW Post 6337. He worked 20 years at Rawlings Sporting Goods, while also working in the timber industry. Although not having children of his own, he treated his nieces and nephews like they were his own. He will be greatly missed by many.