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Douglas Walker Obituary

Douglas G. Walker gently passed away May 24, 2011, a week after his 93rd birthday. Born on May 17, 1918, in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada. Doug graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in Engineering. He owned and operated a paint manufacturing company before moving to Tucson in 1990. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara and survived by his wife, Judy Gorski Walker. He is also survived by his brother, Murray (Kay) Walker; his children, Margaret Owen and John (Deb) Walker; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. A private family memorial service was held on Thursday, May 26, 2011. Arrangements under the care of VISTOSO FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on May 29, 2011.

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