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George Walker Obituary
81 of Phoenix, Arizona, passed away peacefully at his home on January 6, 2009. He was born in Newark, New Jersey and moved to Arizona in 1960. He was a master wood worker and able to fix anything that was broken. George is survived by his loving wife of 56 years Marie; sons James and George; daughters-in-law Trisha and Paula; 4 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sister Marion; and brother Raymond. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions in his name to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St. Phoenix, Az 85014. Arrangements entrusted to Green Acres Glendale Mortuary.
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Mike and Pattie figueroa
January 30, 2009
James,Trisha, and the Whole Family,
We are sorry to hear about Mr. Walkers death..... As neighbors you were there when Mikes Dad passed
away on January 9th 2001.Just think no more pain and suffering and we are sure he is looking down from
heaven watching all of you.
You are all in our prayers.
Love Mike,Pattie, Matthew, Rachael, Alex, and Mickey Figueroa(Bruns)
Megan Pezzelle
January 27, 2009
We will miss you... I like to think Max's cool calm togetherness is a little part of his Great Grandpa.
Megan Pezzelle
Trisha Walker
January 24, 2009
Memories of Grandpa will always include the shop. A magical place in all of our hearts, visited by children, grandchildren,greatgrandchildren and so many friends. Time passes so quickly, still these memories feel like yesterday. We love you, we will miss you.
Build them something special in Heaven
Natalie Deatsch
January 22, 2009
We love you Grandpa, you will be missed and always in our hearts forever.
don MICHAELS
January 20, 2009
to Georges entire family, my deepest sympathy. Loved working with him and Jimmy whenever I had the chance..
SANDY SLAGEL
January 18, 2009
James I was very sorry to hear that your Dad passed away. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
Linda and Ron Frye
January 16, 2009
James - Ron and I are very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I know now where the wonderful woodworking skills came from.....may your family remember the wonderful memories that you all have of Mr. Walker....
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