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Hollis Walker Obituary

Hollis passed away October 1, 2021. He was a Chemist at Inland Steel for more than 30 years.

Hollis is preceded in death by his parents, Steve and Loraine Walker; daughter, Katrina Walker; brothers, Julius Walker and Steve Walker, Jr.; brother-in-laws, Willie Wilson, Ralph Wilson.

He leaves to cherish wonderful memories, devoted wife and friend, Patricia; loving daughter, Lavenia (Kenneth) Walker); sister, Dixie Walker; god-sister Ella Taylor; nieces, Michele Brady and Stevette Wilson; aunts, Betty Walker and Florence Walker; mother-in-law, Pauline Wilson; brother-in-laws, John Wilson and Paul Wilson. He will also be missed by a host of family and friends.

Visitation Friday, October 8, 2021, 9:30-11:00 am. Funeral services at 11:00 am. Services to be held at Peter's Rock Baptist Church, 1725 E. 21st Avenue, Gary, Indiana. Pastor Shawn M. Vaughn, Officiant. Professional Services rendered by Powell Coleman Funeral Home.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Post-Tribune on Oct. 7, 2021.

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Sandra DabdeeWilson

October 14, 2021

Prayers and blessings for your family.

Sandy McCane Prysork

October 8, 2021

I am so heartbroken to hear about Hollis and his daughter. Words cannot express my deep sorrow. Time nor distance can ever erase the love and great memories we shared growing up on Wisconsin Street in the Terrace. Dixie and family, keeping you close to my heart and in my prayers. Love you. Sandy McCane Prysork

Denise Jones Teamer

October 8, 2021

Pat I am praying for you and your family.

Helen Duncan and family

October 7, 2021

Pat you and your family are in our prayers. God is able to give you comfort and peace.

Darleen Hare

October 7, 2021

Sending prayers for you and your family Pat my God lift you and give you the strength you need

Cynthia (Mitchell) Grigsby

October 7, 2021

Patricia, I'm so Sorry to hear to hear of your husband Hollis passing. Only God knows how much you can bear. May He wrap you in His tender loving arms, for He cares for you. God bless you and your family.

The Schultz Family

October 6, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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Peter's Rock Baptist Church

1725 E. 21st Avenue, Gary, IN

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Peter's Rock Baptist Church

1725 E. 21st Avenue, Gary, IN

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