Derrick Craig Walton

Derrick Craig Walton obituary, Columbus, GA

Derrick Craig Walton

Derrick Walton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Progressive Funeral Home - Columbus on Aug. 25, 2025.

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Mr. Derrick Craig Walton passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at the age of 41. He was born on August 6, 1984, to Richmond Walton and Senethia Baker Walton in Columbus, GA.
The Homegoing Celebration for Mr. Walton will be held at 10 AM on Friday, August 29, 2025, at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church with interment at Green Acres Cemetery.
Visitation is Thursday from 4 to 6:00 PM at Progressive.
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4235 St. Mary's Road
Columbus, GA 31907
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1485 Schatulga Rd
Columbus, GA 31907
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29
3601 Youmans St
Columbus, GA 31903
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Juanda Jean Woody Callier posted to the memorial.

August 25, 2025

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Pearlie Biggers

5 hours ago

BEARD QUARTERS, one of MT. PLEASA NT's in Jesus Christ on loan to Richard and family.
God is
McBride, Smith , Allen, Fluellen , Biggers families

Juanda Jean Woody Callier

Earlier today

Thinking of you as you celebrate the life of your Son Derrick Craig Walton. He will live on in your hearts. I know I can't make your pain go away, but I want you to know I'm here for you with a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen with or anything else you may need. Our family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. I hope your happy moments of your son will help you through this difficult time.
From your Cousin Juanda Jean Woody Callier & Family- Geneva, Ga

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Sign Derrick Walton's Guest Book

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5 hours ago

Pearlie Biggers posted to the memorial.

Earlier today

Juanda Jean Woody Callier posted to the memorial.

August 25, 2025

Progressive Funeral Home - Columbus posted an obituary.