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WALKER, Merrilee Ann 67 passed away September 12, 2014. Dear sister of Janet (Tom Holmes) Parker, Kathleen (Larry) Glickman and Susan (Ray) Barrows.

Arrangements by Blasberg-Rubin-Zilbert Memorial Chapel (305) 538-6371.

(Published by Levitt-Weinstein Funeral Home of Hollywood, FL)

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WALKER, JOHN RANDALL, 86, died Wednesday, December 19, 2007. He was at home and died peacefully in his sleep while surrounded by his loving family. John, a third generation Floridian, was born in Miami in 1921. He served his country with pride and humility as a Technical Sergeant in the Aleutian Islands during World War II. He worked tirelessly for Graybar Electric Company from 1952 to 1984, but always made time with his family, the centerpiece of his life. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Margaret Ann, his daughters Janet Parker, Merrilee Walker, Kathleen Glickman, and Susan Barrows; his sons-in-law Larry, Raymond, Tommy; his six grandchildren Chahine, her spouse Jere, Jacob, Eric, Kristen, Brian, and Rachel; and his four great-grandchildren Sierra, Reed, Alexander, and Cody. John was an avid gardener and golfer, a superb cook, and an amateur painter who prided himself on being active and involved with those around him. He celebrated his devotion and love for his family with everything he did, from camping trips and home- cooked meals to his yearly role as Santa Claus. His honesty and integrity made him our teacher and inspiration; his warmth, humor, and boyish grin made him our joy. He gave his love and trust without reservation and inspired love and trust in all those who knew him. In accordance with his wishes, his family will spread his ashes "over God's green earth" and gather to honor his memory. He will be missed. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

(Published in the Miami Herald on December 23, 2007)

John married Margaret Ann Reed 7 Mar 1944, California, USA. Margaret was born 4 Mar 1923, Greeley, Weld County, Colorado, USA; died 28 May 2012, Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, Florida, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Walker, Margaret Ann affectionately known as "Mickey" to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 28, 2012. Margaret was born on March 4, 1923 in Greeley, Colorado, the youngest of seven siblings. While living in Southern California, she met the love of her life, active duty solider John Randall Walker. They were married on March 7, 1944, just before John's deployment to the North Pacific. After her husband's return from WWII, Margaret and John moved back to John's hometown of Miami, Florida, where they lived happily for over 50 years. In her later years, Margaret moved with her husband to Boca Raton, Florida, until John passed away in 2007. She is survived by her four daughters, Janet Parker, Merrilee Walker, Kathleen Glickman, and Susan Barrows; her three sons-in law, Tommy, Larry, and Raymond; her six grandchildren, Chahine, her spouse Jere, Jacob, Eric, Kristen, Brian, his spouse Jillian, and Rachel; and her four great-grandchildren, Sierra, Reed, Alexander, and Cody. Margaret lived a life filled with love, kindness, and giving. She was active in her dedication to charity, serving selflessly for the March of Dimes, the Red Cross, the Girl Scouts, her church, and numerous heart fund drives. She volunteered for everything, and anything. Margaret also knew how to love unconditionally, and she gave of herself to everyone around her: she was the open door and a loving shoulder to friends, neighbors, and anyone in need. Margaret not only knew how to love, but she also knew how to show it. She knew, and she taught to all of us, the importance and simple, sweet pleasure of spending time together. She began our tradition of summer camping trips and monthly birthday parties. She always brought us together, she always made sure we spent time with those we loved, and that we let each other know just how much we loved each other. For Margaret, time spent together, in and around family, was at the heart of who she was. And she made it at the heart of who we all are today, and who we will be in the future. We are, all of us, so grateful. We will miss her.

(Published in The Sun-Sentinel from July 10 to July 15, 2012)

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George Romph Walker, 61, of 924 El Rado st., Coral Gables, died Friday.

Mr. Walker moved here from Titusville 42 years ago. He founded a grocery in downtown Miami and later became affiliated with the South Atlantic Mortgage Co. as head of the mortgage department. He retired in 1946.

He leaves his wife, Sarah; two sons, John R., and George R. Walker, Jr.; three daughters, Mrs. Juanita Thompson, Mrs. Grace M. Dunagan, and Mrs. Libby Mathews, and 10 grandchildren, all of Miami. Two brothers and a sister also survive.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday in the Tracy funeral chapel, with burial in Woodlawn Memorial Park.

(Published in The Miami Herald on January 31, 1953)

George — Sarah Elizabeth Neilson. Sarah was born 14 Jan 1889, Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA; died 21 Apr 1984, Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA; was buried 24 Apr 1984, Woodlawn Park North Cemetery and Mausoleum - Miami, Florida, USA. [Group Sheet]

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WALKER SARAH E., 95 of Miami since 1896, April 21, 1984. Widow of George R. Sr. Survived by 2 sons, George R. Jr. & John; 3 daughters, Juanita Thompson, Grace Dunagan & Libby Matthews; 12 grandchildren & 25 great-grandchildren. Memorial services 1:30 P.M. Tues. VAN ORSDEL CORAL GABLES CHAPEL 4600 SW 8 ST.

(Published in The Miami Herald on April 22, 1984)

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PROMINENT CITIZEN OF TITUSVILLE DIES

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John R. Walker, Father of George Walker of This City Is Claimed By Death

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TITUSVILLE, Aug. 5 - Funeral services for John R. Walker, president of the local civic league, and one of the most prominent citizens of Brevard county, who died suddenly Thursday night, will be held here Sunday afternoon. Mr. Walker, who was 58 years old, had held numerous municipal and county offices since coming here from South Carolina 34 years ago.

He had served as county school superintendent, chairman of the board of county commissioners, and mayor of Titusville Beach Company. He had presided at a meeting of the Civic League Thursday night and jocularly complained of the heat but appeared in his usual good health. He died a few minutes after returning home from the meeting. Death was caused by the bursting of a blood vessel near the heart.

Mr. Walker, who was prominent in various fraternal organizations, is survived by his wife, formerly Miss Hester Elizabeth Swain of Titusville, three sons and a daughter.

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Son in Miami

George Walker of Miami is a son of the deceased, and another son, Charles Walker, is residing in Boston, Mass. Mr. Walker was well known in Florida as the "father of the league" which was organized to build a bridge across the Indian river, connecting Titusville with the ocean, and to build a road to Orlando and another to Orsino on Merritt Island. The people ratified Mr. Walker's idea at the polls, voting the bods for the proposed improvements, and it is a marked coincidence that on the day of his death the Brevard county commissioners let the contract for the bridge and roads which he conceived.

(Published in The Miami Herald on August 5, 1921)



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Sudden Death of Titusville's Most Prominent Citizen Last Wednesday Night

Was President of the Titusville Civic League, Postmaster of Titusville Six Years and Prominent in Fraternal Organizations

Every heart-beat of the late John Randall Walker was for the good of the people and the benefit of this community. He was Titusville's first citizen.

Before the Titusville Civic League meeting was called to order Wednesday night by President John R. Walker he joked with friends about the heat, but appeared in his usual good health. As a presiding officer he was a model, and he never appeared to better advantage than Wednesday night. An hour after the meeting he was dead, dying ten minutes after he reached his home. Dr. Stephens, who was called immediately, said death was caused by a burst blood vessel in the vicinity of the heart.

Mr. Walker was 58 years old; was born in Beaufort, S.C., July 27, 1863. He came to Titusville 34 years ago, and was married in 1889 to Hester Elizabeth Swain. He leaves his widow and three sons and one daughter: Chas. N. Walker of Boston, George R. Walker of Miami, Hans T. Walker of Fort Myers and Mrs. D. B. Chappelle of Punta Rossa; and one brother, Wm. R. Walker of South Jacksonville.

Funeral services will be held at 3:30 Sunday afternoon.

At the time of his death Mr. Walker was superintendent of the Baptist Sunday-school and president of the Titusville Civic League; and on the night of his death was elected president of the Titusville Beach Co. He was postmaster of Titusville six years, resigning on July 1. He also served the people as county school superintendent, chairman of the board of county commissioners and mayor of Titusville.

Mr. Walker was especially prominent in fraternal organizations -- was a deputy grand chancellor in the Knights of Pythias, a Shriner and Knight Templar in the Masons, a past noble grand in the Odd Fellows, and a past council commander in the Woodmen of the World.

(Published in The Star Advocate on August 5, 1921)

John married Hester Elizabeth Swain 1 Jul 1889, Lakeland, Polk County, Florida, USA. Hester (daughter of Charles Jahue Swain and Mary Jane Crow) was born 26 Nov 1862, Jonesboro, Union County, Illinois, USA; died 15 Oct 1933, Homestead, Miami-Dade County, Florida, USA; was buried 16 Oct 1933, Oaklawn Memorial Gardens - Titusville, Florida, USA. [Group Sheet]

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MOTHER OF PASTOR DIES AFTER ILLNESS

HOMESTEAD, Fla., Oct. 16 - Mrs. Hester Elizabeth Walker, 70, died yesterday at the home of her son, Rev. C. N. Walker, after an illness resulting from a fractured hip suffered several months ago. Mrs. Walker's home was in Titusville but she made her home with her son the last 10 months. The body was sent tonight to Titusville where funeral services will be conducted tomorrow.

(Published in The Miami Herald on October 17, 1933)



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Mrs. Walker Dies After Long Illness

Funeral at 3 P.M. Today; Burial at Memorial Park Cemetery

Mrs. Hester Elizabeth Walker, resident of this city for many years, passed away Sunday afternoon at the home of her son, Rev. C. N. Walker of Homestead, where she had been visiting during the past year.

Mrs. Walker was 70 years of age, and had suffered a stroke a number of months ago from which she never recovered.

Funeral services will be held this afternoon from the First Baptist Church, Rev. Robert Holmes conducting the service. Burial will be in the family plot at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mrs. Walker came to Florida in her youth with her parents, who first settled at Lakeland where they engaged in business. Later they moved to Titusville, where Mrs. Walker and her husband, John R. Walker, took a leading part in civic and social life here for many years. Mr. Walker passed away in July 1921.

The deceased leaves a daughter and three sons, Mrs. Mary P. Chappell of Punta Gorda, Fla., Rev. C. N. Walker of Homestead, Geo R. Walker of Miami, and Hans T. Walker of Titusville.

She also leaves four brothers and a sister, J. W. Swain and Mrs. A. N. Wright of Tallahassee, Lee Swain of Atlanta, Chas. Swain of Lakeland and Willis Swain of Jacksonville.

(Published in The East Coast Advocate on October 17, 1933)