Denise Walker

Denise Walker obituary

Denise Walker

Denise Walker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by A Natural State Funeral Service & Crematory on Nov. 14, 2025.

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Denise Walker, age 60, of Jacksonville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, at Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock, located on Springhill Drive.

Denise was born on January 6, 1965. She was a devoted daughter, mother, and grandmother who cherished her family above all else. Her warm spirit and loving nature were the cornerstones of her life, and she will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.

Denise is survived by her loving mother, Delores Ann (Smith) Walker, her devoted daughter, Heather Ann Schietzelt, and her two beloved grandchildren, Benjamin Schietzelt and Alex Schietzelt. She also leaves behind a host of cousins and friends who will deeply miss her presence.

Denise was preceded in death by her father, Jerry Don Walker, sister, Eleanor Walker, her husband, Jeffery Beaver, and her son, Thomas M. Schietzelt III.

Details regarding the funeral service, visitation, and memorial contributions will be shared here once arrangements have been finalized.

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