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Homer Walker Obituary
Homer Wayne Walker, 83, of Ames, died Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, at Mary Greeley Medical Center, in Ames. Services were at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 3, at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Ames, with Pastor Joel Wight Hoogheem officiating. Burial was in Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2, at Bethesda Lutheran Church.
Homer Wayne Walker was born May 22, 1925, in Saxonburg, Pa., to Wm. Howard and Margaret (Logan) Walker. He graduated from Butler High School in Butler, Pa., received a bachelor's degree in bacteriology from Penn State, and a master's degree in 1953 and a doctorate degree in 1955, both from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Honors include: Sigma XI, Gamma Sigma Delta, Phi Tau Sigma, Fulbright Lectureship to Denmark, John C. Ayres Service Award for Iowa Section of IFT, and Fellow of the Institute of Food Technology Iowa State Exchange Program to Scotland.
He was professor of food technology at Iowa State University for 35 years, retiring in 1990.
He was in the U.S. Army during the World War II occupation of Japan, serving as technical sergeant.
He married Donna Smith July 20, 1963, in Burlington.
He was a member of Bethesda Lutheran Church, where he was a past president, charter member of ACTORS, longtime member of Lions and member of Ames Brush Club. He had appreciation for art, literature and music.
He is survived by his wife, Donna, of Ames; one son, Douglas (Nancy) Walker, of Phoenix; one sister, Gladys Neel, of Butler, Pa.; and three grandsons, Jacob, Matthew and Adam.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Howard.
Memorials may be given to Bethesda Lutheran Church, Lutheran Services in Iowa (Beloit) or a charity of your choice.
Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Service assisted the family with arrangements.
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Charles & Judy Berdahl
November 9, 2008
Donna,
We were sorry to hear of Homer's death...he was a great man and good friend to us in our days in Ames and Bethesda. With our love and prayers, Charles and Judy
Bill & Carole Walker
November 8, 2008
Donna,
We are thinking of you and send our deepest sympathy.
I clearly remember going to your wedding, being in Iowa, and meeting your family. Ken, Roger, and I always like to recall the car Homer had where the speedometer changed colors the faster it was driven. The three of us would "encourage" him to speed up so it would turn red. Great memories.
Betty Hamstra
November 6, 2008
Donna, I will always remember my freshman year at ISU and how you both were my "away from home" family. My roomate, Julie & I would eat ice cream out of the carton on your patio and I would babysit Doug and get scared watching "The Birds". I would attend Church with you and Homer. I remember my mom always joked with Homer about his explanation of "spores" Wish you the best. he will be missed.
Sharon Kotinek Marsh
November 4, 2008
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Dr. Walker. He was my major professor for my MS degree. Dr. Walker was a wonderful mentor and a joy to be around. I wish to send my condolences to the family.
Steve Knabel
November 4, 2008
I remember Homer well, as I received all of my degrees in Food Technology from Iowa State University. I took various courses from him as an undergraduate student from 1970-73 and he was my advisor for my M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from 1983-89. I really appreciated Homer giving me the freedom to develop as a scientist. I always will remember Homer and Dr. Kraft talking, laughing and singing duets between their two offices down in the "dungeon". I wish all the best to his family in their time of sorrow. I always remember him as a very friendly and caring person and a great mentor.
John Marcy
November 4, 2008
Donna,
I am saddened by the passing of Dr. Walker. He was a great man and teacher. I was blessed to know both of you.
Commander Carlos LeBron, USN
November 4, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Homer was my major proffersor for both MS and Ph.D.
Ed Cohen
November 3, 2008
Members of the Zelienople, PA American Legion, Post 474, proudly salute this fallen veteran.
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Mary Townsend
November 2, 2008
Donna, Your loss is on all of our hearts.
Lynn Knipe
November 1, 2008
It was such sad news to learn of Homer Walker's death. I had worked with Homer as a grad. student and later as a faculty member, and always appreciated his advise and his style. I send my condolences to Mrs. Walker , their son and the rest of his family as they work through this difficult time. I hope they know that the thoughts and prayers of many people are with them.
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