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OCEAN PARK -- Robert B. Walker, 87, of Ocean Park, formerly of Stamford, Conn., and Chesapeake, Va., passed away on April 19, 2011, in Saco.
He was born on July 29, 1923, in New Haven, Conn., the oldest of three children of William and Florence Walker of New Haven, Conn. He graduated from Hamden High School, Class of 1941, and attended Northeastern University and Lincoln Institute of Technology.
He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II aboard the LST 246 and an honorable discharge as motor machinist 1st Class.
He worked for Penn Dixie Cement Company and Atlantic Cement Company, retiring in 1988.
After retirement, he moved to Ocean Park. He was a member of the First Parish Congregational Church and where he was active in the Top of the Hill Gang. He also enjoyed bowling and gardening. He will fondly be remembered as the 'Mayor of New Salt Road.'
He was predeceased by his first wife, Rhoda; daughter-in-law, Marianne Walker; and his twin sister, Charlotte. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte; two sons, William Walker of Randolph, Mass., James Walker and his wife Pia of Ocean Park, a daughter, Susan Martin and her husband Paul of Old Orchard Beach; five grandchildren, Morgan, Hannah and Bradley Walker, Andrew and Kelsey Martin; a sister, Barbara Hogan of Hamden, Conn.; a stepson, Brad (Marni) Lawson; a stepgrandson, Trevor Lawson; as well as several nieces and nephews.
A burial was held at Laurel Hill Cemetery. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2011, at 11 a.m., at First Parish Congregational Church, Beach Street, Saco. The Rev. Doug Nielsen will officiate. Dennett, Craig and Pate Funeral Home, 365 Main St., Saco, are in charge of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial
donations may be made to:
Ocean Park Association
P.O. Box 7296, 14 Temple Ave. Ocean Park, Maine 04063-7296
or Beacon Hospice
54 Atlantic Place
South Portland, Maine 04106
Robert B. Walker
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Walker
April 28, 2011
I received the news of the death of Bob from my friend on New Salt Karen Smith Regan,and it brought back fond memories of Bob and Rhoda. All of us in the "deep browning" days. I remember him too, in his garden, so proud of his accomplishments.
Good memories to add to those when I too lived in Ocean Park. I shall make a rememberance donation to the Ocean Park Association, as suggested. I extend my sympathies,to his family, sympathies supported by my warm and fond memories.
Digby Clarke, Victoria, BC.
Ken and Kaye Winslow
April 22, 2011
Dear Jim, Sue, Bill, Pia and Paul,
Our most sincere condolences on the passing of Bob. I have very fond memories of Bob holding court on the beach from the mid-late 1960's to the 1980's. He was not only the mayor of New Salt, but also the mayor of Ocean Park. I remember his joking ways and his famous comments "who gave you permission to come down to the beach???". But I will always remember Bob (and Rhoda) for being so kind to my mom after my dad died. It was truly an honor to have known Bob. He will surely be missed by many.
Betsy, Dave and Sam Pattison
April 21, 2011
Many fun memories sitting on the porch in OP with the family, laughing and singing and playing trivial pursuit. My favorite uncle! We will miss him.
April 21, 2011
~Meg Swoboda
Nicole Yerxa
April 21, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss. My you have many wonderful memories.
George Connor
April 21, 2011
The summer on New Salt Road will not be the same without the "beach boss"...we will all miss you Bob; your wisecracks, scarcasm and your heart of gold. Rest in peace.
Lin Coomer
April 21, 2011
What a wonderful man, and a wonderful family.. So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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