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Phyllis A. Walker

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Phyllis Walker Obituary

WALKER Phyllis A. Walker, 68 of Columbus, went home to be with the Lord Wednesday November 11, 2009 at Whetstone Care Center after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was a member of Christian Fellowship Church and former member of Christ the King Church, Polaris. Phyllis was the former President and founder of Executive Services Inc. and had worked for Western and Southern Insurance Company and American Family Insurance. She was most recently associated with Coldwater Creek. She is preceded in death by her parents Robert and Emma Owens. Survived by beloved family members including brother, William Owens and his family; step grandchildren, Steven (Maggie) Greene, Nathan Greene, Jonathan Greene and Glenn (Mia) Davis; and cherished friend to many. A celebration of life will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Christian Fellowship Church, 5970 Godown Rd. with Pastor Mike Gauch officiating. A visitation will be held Friday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 6699 N. High Street. Graveside Service will be held 1 p.m. Monday at Palm Memorial Cemetery, Methany W. Va. Contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, 855 Grandview Avenue Suite 250 Columbus, Ohio 43215. Visit www.schoedinger.com to send online condolences to the family.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Nov. 12, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Phyllis Walker

20 Entries

November 7, 2010

Funny this renewal of her legacy should come to my e mail today. Phyllis was my good friend for many years.I gained so much strength and spiritual renewal from our relationship. I was thinking of that last night when I went to a Gospel Sing and as I sat there I felt her spirit and realized she was enjoying it with me. If I needed any further verification, I received this email and I know she is watching over me. Miss You Much!

Libby Koetz

March 21, 2010

I hadn't know Phyllis very long. I was her Mary Kay consultant and last saw her in July. She was such a pleasure to be around and always so positive. She will truly be missed.

Brian Asbury

January 27, 2010

Phyllis was the world's best pet sitter. She told us she had a spiritual connection to our dog Elmo. My wife and I first met Phyllis 11 years ago before we left for our honeymoon. This was her first time pet sitting for our dogs and cats. She continued to be our pets best friend all these years. Phyllis was even with us when our dog Elmo passed away this summer (2009). We know she is going to a good place and Elmo will be happy to see his favorite pet sitter once again. We will truly miss her. She was a kind, gentle and wonderful person.

The Asbury Family

November 16, 2009

Phyllis and I graduated together in 1959 from Gilbert High School in WV. She was a great person to know and will be missed always.

Marion Peak

Charlotte Davis

November 14, 2009

Phyllis and I grew up together at Glen Alum WV. She was a year
ahead of me in school. We would see each other every year at
our home town reunion. Phyllis sorry I didn"t know you were sick.
glad you knew Jesus. Your sickness is over and you have made
it home. Bill and family, God be with you all. Charlotte Miller Davis

C.R. Neale

November 14, 2009

I truly didn't know Phil as most others did, but could tell how great of a person she was through the one time we met and by seeing how her family absolutely cherished her. Despite her battle with cancer, she was positive and uplifting, and was revered by many for her courage and spirit throughout. I wish I could have met her more than once, but I know she's still with us in spirit, smiling down on all of us from above.

Ralph Justice

November 14, 2009

I recall a pleasant and warm person as I remember Phyllis during school years. My heart felt condolences are extended to her surviving family and loved ones.

November 14, 2009

I remember Phyllis' love and kindness toward the Haitian people and her desire to serve. She was a blessing and asset to our Mission Board many years ago.
Mary Jane (Basel) Jolibois
Living Hope Ministries

Neil Montgomery, Class of '59

November 14, 2009

Beautiful, honest, funny story teller was missed at our 50 year class reunion last month. She telephoned to tell the rest of us to have fun.

All of her classmates will miss her loveliness and laughing at future gatherings.

November 13, 2009

Phyllis, a woman of God who knew God's Word and loved the Lord. I know she is dancing with her mom, Marian Dempsey and other that she loved before the Lord. She was a good friend to Lou and I. Taking care of our home and offering us a home when we returned from Rhema Bible Training Center.
My fondest memory was riding with Phyllis to Gilbert, WV when her mom had unexpectedly gone to be with the Lord. She was crying and I wanted to drive, but she said, I would never make the hair pin turns. Soooo, I prayed! We got there safely and I had some awesome memories of just sitting with her as she tried to sleep or rest reading God's Word to her.
To all of her family and friends, SHE LOVED YOU AND APPRECIATED YOU ALL DEARLY! TO PHYLLIS ... DANCE AND PRAISE THE LORD MY FRIEND!
Lou and Marilyn Haynes
Albuquerque, New Mexico

Jodi Greene

November 13, 2009

I have so many wonderful memories of Phyllis and I will cherish them all. She was a fantastic "evil step mother" to me and a WONDERFUL grandmother to Steven, Nathan and Jon. She was there at their births, she went to ball games, graduations and birthdays. She DID things with them - took them creeking, pumpkin picking, rock climbing, played hide and seek, dressed them up, and made annual bunny cakes with Steven - I think 19 of them. She made our lives brighter & I hope I can be as good a grandmother as she was.

She was easy to talk to, always had a story and a smile. One of our last conversations - when she went to the hospital this last time, I called and asked how are you? She said, "I'm sick!" I thought oh no...then she said "The Buckeyes are losing to Perdue!"

In the last two years, she never complained about how she was feeling or what she was enduring. She shared her faith and her love...and I miss her terribly.
Love you ESM,

Barbara (Straley) Rawls

November 13, 2009

Where do you begin to tell what a wonderful person Phyllis was. I met her many years ago and I'll never forget the wonderful times when she would come to our band events and join us for all the fun. Of course, she was having a blast with us. She always made you feel special. After growing up, I had the continued privilege to see her when she came to Gilbert for a visit. She was always an inspiration to me and you knew that she loved you for who you were. I know that she has attained what she longed for (heaven) and that she will be missed but never forgotten. Thanks to the family for sharing Aunt Phil with me!

Lindsay Surber

November 13, 2009

My favorite memories about Aunt Phil were playing cards. It didn't matter what card game. She told me I would end up in Vegas as a card dealer. The last card game we played was Uno back in the Summer. We also went to the Columbus Zoo this Summer. Now every time I see and baby elephant, I'll think of Aunt Phil.

When I was younger, she used to come visit and tell me stories about her and Boo's (her brother, William Owens) childhood. I'm going to miss those stories.

I know she's gone from Earth, but my family and I have a new Guardian Angel watching over us. I know she's in heaven with Granny (her mother, Emma) smiling down and waiting for us to meet again.

Aunt Phil, thanks for being such a big part of my life. I'm glad you're not suffering anymore. I know you'll still be and my wedding (whenever it may be). I miss you so much. I love you!!!

Jeremy Moore

November 13, 2009

I dont even know where to start.Im half way around the world and the only thing that can bring me comfort is knowing that she is with our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.I do not have enough room to start to tell you how great of a person my aunt was and if you ever met her,I wouldnt have to.I will miss her so much but I know that she will be one of my angels that will bring me home from this country.I love aunt phill thank you for being a part of my life.

Joyce Bragg/Perry

November 12, 2009

My Father, Rev. J.C. Bragg, Jr., was Phyllis' Pastor during her childhood and formative years in West Virginia. She grew up next door to us, and was like a "big sister" to me. My Mom was her Mother's best friend, and our hearts are heavy with her departure. However, we eagerly anticipate meeting her again in our new home.
Joyce Bragg Perry
5262 Rt 152, Lavalette, WV 25535

November 12, 2009

What a loss! What a victory! How can both be valid but with Phyllis, they are!!! Look for the rest of us, dear heart, because, one by one, we'll be joining 'ya. ENJOY YOURSELF!!! Mary Krehlik (Newark, OH)

Judy Tackett

November 12, 2009

Phyllis Walker was my dear friend for at least 25 years. Neither of us could ever remember the exact date. She was a loyal confidant and a great role model. I have been in awe over the way she has handled this terrible illness but not surprised. Her faith was an inspiration to us all. She showed such great strength and told me often she had put her pain and suffering in God's hands and he would see her through and he did with, of course, no surprise to either of us. I am going to miss her greatly

November 12, 2009

I was only around Phyllis for one week. She was an inspiration to me. She loved the Lord and knew where she was headed. What a testimony she has left. I met her thru her friends, Jimmy and Nancy Tiller. She came to our home and our church for one week. I have thought and prayed for her many times. She will be missed. Paul and Sue Rings

Nathan Greene

November 12, 2009

Graham Cracker (Grandma), my cousin Glenn, my brothers Steven, Jon and I used to go to the pumpkin patch every year. It was something we a looked forward to because Graham Cracker was the coolest. She took us on hay rides, took us through the hay maze, bought us apple cider, and my favorite picking pumpkins. I always picked a pumpkin too heavey for me to carry, even though Graham Cracker warned me. She always made me carry what I picked so I usually just gave up on the big pumpkin and grabbed a smaller one. Thoughs are some of the fondest memories of my childhood. This year i didn't get to go to the pumpkin patch, but my girlfriend Catalina and I had the privillage to paint pumpkins with Grandma just three weeks ago. We had a blast, and I feel lucky that I was able to spend such quality time with such an uplifting and inspiring person such as Grandma Phyllis. She was there for just about every major event in my life, and could never imagine how much that means to me. She left her mark on me, and I will never forget all that she has done for me. I miss you Grandma.

Ron Walker

November 12, 2009

To all the wonderfull friends who have taken such loving care of Phyllis the past few months. You are all a true blessing. She was a great person. Her laughter and fun personality will truly be missed.

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