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Arthur C. Walker
1922 - 2007
Arthur C. Walker
1922 - 2007
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BORN
1922
DIED
2007
Arthur Walker Obituary
He was born April 25, 1922 in Greenville, Michigan a son of Ralph & Dora (VanOss) Walker.
Mr. Walker had resided in Sturgis since 1954 coming from Greenville.
On July 16, 1949 he married Faye Snow at St. Charles Catholic Church in Greenville.
He owned and operated Walker-Bandholtz Paint Company in Sturgis for 53 years.
Mr. Walker was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during WWII earning the rank of Private. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in White Pigeon, B.P.O. Elks #1381, Knights of Columbus, Jack Johnston Chapter # 88 Disabled American Veterans and the Klinger Lake Country Club. Art served the city as a member of the E.D.C., Sturges Young Auditorium Board and the Sturgis Zoning Board and was a past president of the National Paint and Decorators Association. Mr. Walker had a true love of working in his business and helping his many customers.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Faye, 3 Sons, Richard Walker, Thomas A. Walker and Joseph (Kim) Walker all of Sturgis, 1 Sister, Virginia Wood of Greenville, 2 Brothers, Charles (Sadie) Walker and Lloyd (Marsha) Walker both of Greenville and several nieces and nephews.
His parents and 2 sons, Michael Walker and George Walker preceded him in death.
The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 & 6:00-8:00 P.M. Wednesday at the *Rosenberg-Schipper Funeral Home* of Sturgis. A Scripture service will be held at the funeral home Wednesday at 7:30 PM. Prayers before the Funeral Mass will begin at 11:00 A.M. Thursday at the funeral home followed by procession to Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis where the Funeral Mass will begin at 11:30 A.M. The Rev. Father Richard Altine will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the Mass at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis.
The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mr. Walker’s memory consider Holy Angels School, 402 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091, Hospice of Sturgis, P.O. Box 126, Sturgis, MI 49091 or the charity of ones choice. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.
The obituary is also at www.Legacy.com .
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Ronnie and Betsy Armstrong
January 27, 2007
Although the loss of your father is difficult to bear, may it help in some small way just to know that others care. We will miss seeing your dad at the store.
George,Ronda Tetzloff
January 17, 2007
Joe, Kim, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Bruce Blonde
January 16, 2007
Dear Faye and Tom
I am truley sorry to hear about Art. I will miss him. He was a good friend of my Dad's and I remember doing business with Art for many many years. I too always enjoyed talking to Art whenever I was in the store and the many times at Church at St. Joseph.
Jane Poffenberger-Hughes
January 16, 2007
Dear Faye, Rich, Tom, and Joe,
I am sorry to hear about Art's passing.
He was a very nice man and will be missed by many. The town of Sturgis has lost a great man. He was a kind and gentle person, besides being a great businessman. You all are in my prayers at this time.
Keep all your wonderful memories in your hearts.
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Hackman Family Funeral Homes
January 15, 2007
The Hackman Family and the entire staff extend to you our most heartfelt sympathy.
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