Greg Walker

Greg Walker obituary

Greg Walker

Greg Walker Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cease Family Funeral Home - Bemidji on Jul. 28, 2025.

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William "Greg" Gregory Walker, 79, of Bemidji, MN died Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at his home in Bemidji.

A private memorial service will be held in Bemidji, MN. Arrangements are with the Cease Family Funeral Home in Bemidji.

He was born on November 9, 1945, in Bakersfield, CA, the son of William Arlen and Mary M. (Stanley) Walker. Greg was a legendary Hollywood stunt man, stunt coordinator, 2nd Unit Director, rodeo cowboy, phenomenal horseman, and photographer. Greg and his brother Rock Walker (former President) were lifetime members of the Stuntmen's Association of Motion Pictures. Greg, and father William (Bill) Walker, brothers Rock, and Grady were all SAG (Screen Actors Guild) members. Greg was married to Linda Kay (Rhees) Walker (renowned Western Artist).Upon retireing, Greg and Linda moved to Bemidji and owned the Bemidji Speedway for years.

He is survived by his: Daughters, Seana Padilla, Tammara Young,

Brother, Grady Duane (Kathy) Walker,

9 Grandchildren, and 1 Great-Grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Linda Kay Walker, sister Cynthia Jolynn Walker, and brother Rock Arlen Walker.

Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers or gifts

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Cease Family Funeral Home - Bemidji

2807 Irvine Avenue NW, Bemidji, MN 56601

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