1954
2023
Donnie Ray Walton Sr.
The son of the late Carter Louis "Cotton" Walton and Wanda Fay (Payne) Walton. Donnie was born on December 5, 1954 in Snyder, Texas and passed away on February 22, 2023 at the age of 68 years 2 months and 17 days.
Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday, February 27, 2023 at Tahoka Cemetery. Interment will follow under the direction of Hudman Funeral Home.
Donnie grew up in Texas and married the love of his life Mary Lou Owen on March 1, 1982 in Lubbock, Texas.
Donnie gained employment with Texas Instruments as a Journeyman Electrician and later began working for X-Fab. He retired after 20 plus years of diligent service.
Donnie loved anything having to do with yard work. He loved all wildlife especially birds. He liked being busy and was a "Jack-of-all trades." Donnie loved being with family, had a love for working and being on the go, as well as listening to his classic rock music. Being with family brought Donnie great joy as he found enjoyment watching his children and grandchildren grow.
He is survived by wife Mary Lou; daughter, Lee Mary Gonzales and husband Ernie; sons, Donnie Walton Jr. and wife Heather; Michael Walton and Cassie Cryer; Buddy Zachary and wife Lacy. Sisters; Nancy Walton, Glenda White and Terresa Walton and a brother Boyd Walton. Grandchildren; Kaleb Rodriguez, Abigail Rodriguez, Cruz Gonzales, Cheyenne Kosechata, Alexis Anderson, Gunner Walton, Ariana Zachary, Thomas Zachary, Stella Zachary, Kate Zachary, and James Zachary. Great-Grandchildren; Mason Potts, Braxton Potts and Bryson Anderson. Numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by parents; sister Sandy Gilbert; brothers; Larry and David Walton.
6 Entries
Vangie & Jeff (Stice-)Israel
February 27, 2023
Hello, Lou
Thinking about y’all, holding you in our hearts
Sidney Friend
February 25, 2023
I met Donnie when I came to TI in Lubbock. I knew him through the years until he retired from XFAB. He was an extremely talented individual and one of the best Facilities mechanics I have ever known. He was quick and his work was first rate. My sincere sympathy to his wife and family. He will be missed.
Kerri Bryan
February 25, 2023
Lee Mary, Donnie, Michael, Buddy and Mary Lou,
Sending love to all of you during this time.
Robbie Studler
February 24, 2023
I worked with Donnie many years at Texas Instruments and Xfab. A very hard working man. He went way and beyond. One of the sweetest people you would ever meet. I was the one that bought his camper. He will be greatly missed. Until we see each other again.
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Judi Huffman Martin
February 24, 2023
Mary Lou and family.
I was sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I have your family in my prayers. My condolences to you all as you celebrate his life and his homegoing.
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