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1937
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2019
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William Walker Obituary
Born: August 21, 1937
Died: February 23, 2019
William "Bill" E. Walker, 81, of Crystal Lake, passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, February 23, 2019. He was born in Chicago on August 21, 1937 to William and Jeanette Walker.
Bill married Betty Rapcan on May 25, 1957 at St. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church in Joliet, IL. In 1972 they moved to Crystal Lake and raised their family.
He was very proud of his work as a salesman and as an entrepreneur. Over the years, Bill worked for Frito Lay and Vitner Potato Chips. He was an avid bowler and golfer and enjoyed camping and spending time with his family.
Bill is survived by his wife, Betty; children, Peggy (Frank) Griffin and William Walker; grandchildren, Taylor, Madison and Emily Griffin and Billy and Jenna Walker; his brother, Phillip (Mary Beth) Kent; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Mary, Bonnie and Janet; and his infant brother, Robert.
Mass will be held on Saturday, March 2, at 11:00am at St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 451 W. Terra Cotta Ave. (Rte. 176), Crystal Lake, 60014 with a time of fellowship to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Bill's name can be made to JourneyCare Foundation, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 60025 (www.journeycare.org) or to St. Thomas the Apostle Church (see address above).
Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family. Please visit www.davenportfamily.com to leave an online condolence or call 815-459-3411 for more information.
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Debbie Stegeman
March 8, 2019
Betty, I am so sorry to here of Bill's passing. I always enjoyed stopping to chat with him on my down the hill or going up.
Annette Miller
March 4, 2019
I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Bill in District 158. He always had a kind word to say and a smile on his face!
Prayers for your family at this difficult time.
Goddaughter Lynette
February 28, 2019
Bill Walker was my godfather and uncle. Today is my birthday, a special number birthday, but my heart is so heavy with grief. The tears will not stop. I have always appreciated the birthday cards he gave to me. They are treasured keepsakes of mine. Uncle Bill was thoughtful like that. Uncle Bill was kind. My uncle was a good godfather. My godfather was a good uncle. I have lost a very special person in my life.
Goddaughter, Lynette
Rapcan Family
February 28, 2019
With heartfelt sympathy we offer our deepest condolences. Bill was a wonderful brother-in-law, godfather, and uncle to the Rapcan Family. Bill/Uncle Bill/Willie will be greatly missed.
Love,
Joe, Lil, Lynie, and Steve
Regina Miner
February 28, 2019
My prayers and thoughts are with you. He was such a great man.
MATTHEW MILLER
February 27, 2019
MRS WALKER, PEGGY AND FAMILY I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. YOUR IN MY PRAYERS.
MATT MILLER
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