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1958
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2020
William Walker Obituary
Asbury Park - William H. Walker, affectionately known as "Glutey", was born on November 29, 1958, in Lexington, VA to the late Betty Lynch and William King and later moved with his family to Asbury Park, NJ, where he was educated in the Asbury Park school system.
William was a humorous jokester known for turning a frown into a smile. He was a long-time employee of the Marlboro Psychiatric Hospital up until its closing, where he met the love of his life, his wife Elizabeth. Their union bore one son, Omar Walker. William loved his family.
William departed his earthly life on February 18, 2020 and is predeceased by his parents and sister Darlene Walker. He leaves to mourn his wife Elizabeth Walker, son Omar (Talaya) Walker, and two granddaughters Kaylyn and Lalani Walker, step-daughters Tonisha Smith, Tara Thompson, step-son Terence Yarborough. Sisters Glenda Walker, Debbie Walker, and brother Joseph Walker, and a host of nieces, nephew, cousins, and friends.
Viewing will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020, at Donato-Askew Memorial Home, 364 Shrewsbury Ave, Red Bank, NJ from 10am-11am, with funeral services beginning at 11am. Repast will be held immediately afterwards at the Washington Village Social Room, 1259 Washington Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ.
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William B.
March 5, 2020
I met Walker through my father. I remember coming to visit the hospital and Walker always telling funny stories and making me laugh. You always held a good spirit and joyous attitude! I will miss you brother!
Clara Yarborough
March 4, 2020
I met Debbie over 40 years ago meeting her brother Glutey now to long afterward Glutey was a nice and kind gentle person he would always say something smart or pick with me and a laugh would always follow I know you are resting peaceful Glutey sleep on and take your rest we all loved you but God loved you best.
Regina
March 4, 2020
My Deepest condolences go out to the family. May he Rest In Peace.
Gayle Knight
March 4, 2020
Condolences and prayers for the family Debbie you are in my heart.
Sharon Vinson
March 4, 2020
God bless you Debbie Walker and the rest of your family. May God comfort all of you. Sorry for your lost. <3
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