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Thomas Walker Obituary
Frankford - Thomas John Walker, Jr., age 65, of Frankford, DE, formerly of Newark, DE, passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2019, at the Delaware Hospice Center. He was born in Camden, NJ, on January 16, 1954 son of the late Thomas J. Walker, Sr. and Rose Theresa (Kane) Walker.
Mr. Walker made his career as a CDL truck driver, making numerous long and short hauls including driving horses cross country. After many years, he retired as a truck driver from Mountaire Farms. In his spare time, Mr. Walker loved fishing, crabbing, camping, and hunting and was an avid sports player in his younger years. He was also a skilled carpenter and was known to always extend a helping hand to anyone who needed it.
Mr. Walker is survived by his wife Tammy Walker of Frankford, DE; two daughters: Marie Hastings (Mark) of Salisbury, MD and Kandi Lecates (Scott) of Stockton, MD; four siblings: Rose Walker (Russ Mullen) of Ocean View, DE, Rene Bentley (Keith) of Elverson, PA, John Walker (Paula) of New Castle, DE, and Ricky Green (Darlene) of Middletown, DE; two granddaughters: Serenity Hastings of Salisbury, MD and Mylan Lecates of Stockton, MD; four nieces: Sherri Clark (Paul) of Fairfax Station, VA, Jenn Frank of Wellington, FL, Sarah Allem (Jesse) of Honey Brook, PA, and Kellie Walker (Mike McCracken) of New Castle, DE; four nephews: Bobby Gilchrist (Kelly) of New Orleans, LA, Will Bentley (Hannah) of Philadelphia, PA, Dave Bentley of Philadelphia, PA, and Tommy Walker of New Castle, DE; and five great nieces: Julia Clark of New York, NY, Megan, Maddie, and Lily Clark, all of Fairfax Station, VA, and Fallon Gilchrist of New Orleans, LA.
A Celebration of Mr. Walker's Life will be held on May 18, 2019 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Christiana Hilton, 100 Continental Drive, Newark, DE 19713.
Arrangements are being handled by Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Clarksville Chapel, Ocean View, DE.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963 or by visiting their website at www.DelawareHospice.org.
Please visit Mr. Walker's Life Memorial Webpage and sign his online guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Williams Family
April 6, 2019
Please accept condolences from my family to yours
Williams Family
April 6, 2019
Please accept condolences from my family to yours in your time of grief.
M C
April 6, 2019
I am truly and deeply sorry for your Loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of Thomas. May the God of all comport Grant you peace and strength during difficult time (psalm 91:11).
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April 6, 2019
I would like to offer my condolences to the family and friends for the loss of your loved one, Thomas. May you find comfort from your beautiful memories, as you find strength in your prayers during this difficult time.
1 Thessalonians 5:17
April 6, 2019
My condolences to your family.
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61: 1, 2
April 6, 2019
My sincere condolences. May God's love fill your hearts with peace and comfort at this time. John 3:16
L B
April 6, 2019
With heartfelt sympathy.Please accept my deepest condolences.May you find comfort in the God of all comfort to offer to you comfort and strength to endure during these difficult times ahead.
April 6, 2019
With heartfelt sympathy may fond memories of your loved one comfort you at this time. Please consider Psalm 145:18, 19. May those words bring you some consolation and a measure of peace.
C Acosta
April 6, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May the find memories of your loved one sustain your family at this time. May you also receive comfort from what is started at 1 Peter 5:6, 7
D E
April 6, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family during this difficult time. May God's promise that we will see our loved ones again comfort you and give you hope.
M W
April 6, 2019
When someone we love falls asleep in death the memories we have of them become our treasure,may those cherished memories of a life well lived and God's promise at John 6:40 bring you a measure of comfort,My condolences to the family.
April 6, 2019
My condolences to your family for your loss. May God bring you comfort during this difficult time. Romans 15:12
SAS
April 6, 2019
Sincere condolences to the family of Thomas. May Gods loving kindness comfort the family and give them peace.
April 6, 2019
May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times that you shared together. May our loving Heavenly Father provide you with the comfort and support that you need during this difficult time. (Psalm 145:18, 19) My thoughts and heartfelt condolences goes out to the family.
M C
April 6, 2019
Please accept my sincere condolences.You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give you and your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, the God of peace will give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and your family and the comfort in the memories that you shared. 2 Thessalonians 2 15,16 .
April 6, 2019
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. (John 4:28,29)
April 6, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn," strengthen you during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1, 2.
April 6, 2019
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in your treasured memories and gods promises to return your loved ones who passed away in death. 1thessalonians 4:13,14
April 6, 2019
May you all have the strength you need at this time of sorrow, Phillipians 4:13.- Philadelphia.
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