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Leonard Walker Obituary
His life's journey began in Newport News, Va., on Aug. 6, 1952, the son of the late Christine and Bosie Walker. He was married to his wife, Loretta, for 32 years. He was a devoted and loving husband and a wonderful and great father. In 1995, Leonard retired from the Newport News Water Works, after 25 years of dedicated service. Leonard was a caring and loving person and touched the hearts of all he met and he will always be remembered as "Pops".
He leaves to cherish his blessed memories, his loving wife, Loretta Walker; his sons, Leon Walker and Leonard Walker, Jr. (Jaclyn); his five brothers; his sister; his grandson; and many other loving and caring friends.
A funeral service celebrating his life will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, in Rising Sun Baptist Church, Lackey, Va., with the Rev. Robert Allen officiating. Interment will follow in the Masonic Burial Grounds. Family and friends will assemble at 513 Leigh Road by noon on Saturday. The family will receive friends and Mr. Walker may be viewed from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday in the funeral home. Professional service entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, Williamsburg, Va. 757-229-3011 View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Leonard Walker
Fontez Smith
February 6, 2020
I miss you Unc cant believe its been 12 I will never forget about you youre forever in my heart
Elmyrth Lockley - Taliferro
September 13, 2008
To Loretta Walker and family, your love one is been made whole again and God will heal your weeping spirit and send tears of joy because your love one is painfree. Keep the memories close at hand. God bless.
September 12, 2008
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Annie Gunn
September 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
shawna hurst
September 12, 2008
my thoughts and prayers are with you lo and family
Beulah Davis, LSW, Riverside Hospice
September 12, 2008
Mrs. Lo and Family,
Surely a part of your family circle is missing. Leonard was a good husband and father which was revealed by his concern for each of you. He loved you all so very much. I was impressed by his love and concern for his sons in a time when some men do not mentor their children.
Lo, he was concerned about you as well. He knew how hard you were working and continuing to maintain the family and home. Good Job!
I pray for your comfort in times to come. Tears will come and go for awhile. Those sweet and joyful memories of Leonard will resurface in time. Just be mindful that he wants you all to take good care of yourselves.
Be encouraged and blessed.
Mary Alice Cheeseman-Graham
September 12, 2008
To the Walker/Riddick/Dixon families: So sorry to hear of you loss. May God help you through this difficult time. God bless all of you. Cousins Mary Alice/Nelson/Thomas and Alice M. Cheeseman
Ronald Walker
September 11, 2008
God bless our family in the loss of UNCLE LEONARD you will be greatly missed. Love you always your nephew
Ron
phyllis ely
September 11, 2008
A life from home is gone, years may pass, tears may dry,but memories of him will never die. god did not promise sun without rain,or peace without pain, but he did promise eternal love. your cousin in christ.
Aretha Christian
September 11, 2008
Sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. If there is anything that I can assist you and your family with please contact me.
Tracy Harrell
September 11, 2008
Momma, Lee Lee, Jackie and Ray my heart goes out to all of you and the rest of your family for the homegoing of Pop. He is at rest and waiting to see you all again. As you all know we had a special friendship that blossom very quickly and sincerely. I will miss him as well his smile and his kidding way. I enjoyed are conversations on the phone and will always remember him for his wisdom and sincerity. He was easy to know and love. May the promises of our Almighty Father God be your comfort during these difficult days.
My deepest sympathies Tracy
EARNEST "RITZ" WILKERSON
September 11, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Mr.&Mrs.Alwaajid Beybeyah(Bey)
September 11, 2008
Loretta,Lee Lee,Leon Sorry to hear the passing of Leonard He was a wonderful person. I think back of all the good times we use to have under the tree. My childern and your children grew up together. God will take care of each and everyone of you. No more pain, No more medicine. Leonard you take your rest good and faithful servant.
sindy hurst
September 11, 2008
He will be missed my thoughts and prayers are with you all. love Sindy
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