Larry Walker Obituary
A Loving Tribute
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Larry Walker, who went home to be with the Lord on June 16, 2025, at the age of 85. Larry Walker was a cherished husband and a beloved member of our community.
Born on April 21,1940 in Titusville, PA, Larry Walker grew to exemplify the values of kindness, dedication, and love. He devoted his life to teaching others about our Lord Jesus Christ, touching the lives of countless individuals along the way. His family moved to Monte Vista, CO when Larry was about 5 years old.
He served in the Airforce from 1958 to 1962, spending most of his time in Roswell NM, working as a mechanic on B52 aircraft.
Larry met Patricia (his wife) in 1963 at an Elk Lodge dance. They were married June 21, 1964. They moved to Alaska in 1969, owning a car and power sports dealership. Larry enjoyed fishing, hunting, and flying his plane in the wilds of Alaska. He helped plant Faith Baptist Church in Fairbanks.
In 1995, Larry and Pat attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminar in Fort Worth TX, receiving training for church ministries, which enabled them to plant several churches. Larry was a Mission Service Corp Volunteer associated with NAMB (North American Mission Board).
In 1996, they settled in Camano Island, WA, doing many different church activities. They then spent several years moving around in their motor home serving churches.
Finally settled in Montrose, CO for over 22 years. Every Monday morning in the summer you could find Larry in his jeep ramrodding a bunch of jeeps exploring the beautiful San Juan Mountains.
Larry, with others, was instrumental in planting Celebration Church. Larry also took the lead of the Colorado Baptist Mission Team, Colorado Baptist Campers on Mission, trained and served on the Colorado Baptist Disaster Relief Team for several years.
Larry Walker leaves behind his wife of 62 years, Patricia Ott Walker and two nephews, Tommy and Terry Rowell. His family and friends will forever hold him close in their hearts.
A Celebration of Life Service to honor Larry Walker's life will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 10:00 am at Celebration Church. We invite all who knew him to join us in celebrating a life filled with love and meaning.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to local Christian organizations.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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