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Shirley Walker Obituary

Passed away at home in Graton on November 16, 2010 surrounded by her loving family at the age of 80. Shirley was a member of early Pioneer families on both sides dating back to the 1850's. She was a member of the PEO Chapter AJ, Farm Bureau, 50 year member of the Graton Community Club, and Secretary and Bookkeeper for the Graton Fire Dept. Shirley is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Lee Walker; daughter, Sue Walker; two sons, Lee (Barbara) Walker III and John (Cindy) Walker; three grandchildren, T.J. (Michelle) Beckman, Kyler and Clay Walker; two great-grandchildren, Austin and Blaine Beckman; sister, Gloria Kitchel. A Viewing will be held Friday, November 19th from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Pleasant Hills Memorial Park, 1700 Pleasant Hill Rd., Sebastopol. Funeral Services will be held Monday, Nov. 22nd at 11:00 a.m. at the Community Church of Sebastopol, 1000 Gravenstein Hwy North. Graveside Services will be held Tuesday, November 23rd at 11:00 a.m. at Pleasant Hills Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Shirley's name to the Hospice by the Bay in Sonoma or The Humane Society. Arrangements under direction of: PLEASANT HILLS MORTUARY (707) 823-5042

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Published by Press Democrat from Nov. 18 to Nov. 21, 2010.

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Mary Castello

November 28, 2010

To the Walker family,

I have always looked forward to seeing Lee and Shirley on my trips to Graton/Sebastapol area each year. They are, and always will be, part of the beauty of the place.

May you move through this with grace and love.

Aage & Mickey Hoffman

November 25, 2010

Lee and Family: Didn't get to speak with you at the service the other day, but would like to send our sincere condolences to you and your family. Although we didn't know her well, we can feel your loss. Her legacy of family is a legacy one can truly be proud of.
Sincerely, Your neighbors on Graton Road.

Cherri Dye

November 21, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

November 20, 2010

Our prayers are with you in the tragic loss of Shirley, who was truly an exceptional person. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Marie & Joe Hampton, SaddleBrooke, Arizona

David and Anne Welsh

November 20, 2010

Lee and family ... May you find strength and peace in the prayers of friends , and Shirley is in the hands of the Lord and they are the hands of love .

Angel Dickey

November 20, 2010

Our families go way back, and I remember the time I was sitting in Shirley and Lee's kitchen making raviolis from scratch with Shirley. She was always a sweet and kind soul, she will be missed dearly by my whole family, as well as the community.

Laurie & Nick Guidero

November 19, 2010

Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Shirley will be missed by all.

November 19, 2010

Lee, and family.
Shirley was such a trooper right up to the end. Never lost her since of humor. She will be missed by family and friends. Her memory will live on. Your all in our hearts and prayers,as you all go through this trying time.
We love all of you.

John& Roberta Novak,Apollo Beach Florida

November 18, 2010

Shirly was a wonderful person with a great personality. Our thought are with. Jesse & Erika Espinoza

mark olson rph

November 18, 2010

Hello Lee,
My wife and I always enjoyed coming to pickup your world famous & delicious apples.Shirley was always generous and had nice and interesting stories to tell us about the area.Both of you looked nice in the 2010 Sebastopol Senior Center calendar alongside your tractor.I am so sorry to hear the bad news,I am sure you will miss her dearly.Please accept my sincerest condolences.

Carolyn Farmer

November 18, 2010

Shirley will be missed by all whose lives she touched.
Hang on to the precious memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Shane & Kim Hilkey

November 18, 2010

Lee, Sue, Lee, John and family - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May your memories bring you comfort. We will miss Shirley very much. Love & hugs to you all.

David Aguire

November 18, 2010

Lee
We are so sorry for your loss, Shirley always had wonderful smile. She was the glue to your family. She will be sorely missed. We send all our love and prayers to you and your family.
Dave & Linda Aguire

Carol Ann (Peterson) Hughes

November 18, 2010

You will be missed...I have many great memories of you, Lee, Gloria and Stan!

Phyllis Farmer

November 18, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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