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Walker, Cora Faith
Cora Faith (Drew) Walker, 37, of Ferguson, MO, transitioned on Friday, March 11, 2022.
Walker served in the Missouri House of Representatives, elected to her first term in November 2016. Most recently, Ms. Walker served as the Chief Policy Officer for the St. Louis County Executive.
Cora dedicated her life's work to public service, social justice, women's reproductive rights, and health equity access. She was an ardent advocate for women, children, and the underserved throughout Ferguson, the state of Missouri, and the world. Always strident and steadfast in her devotion to meet the most pressing needs of her community, she achieved so much because she put service to others before self. Walker ardently advocated and stood in solidarity with victims of sexual assault and sexual violence. She devoted countless hours to supporting victims as they sought healing and justice. Despite these accolades bestowed on her, she valued her relationship with her husband, parents, siblings, college friends, and professional colleagues.
Cora Faith is lovingly remembered by her husband, Tim Walker, and fur babies, Bena, Luna, and Mr. Mowgli and (late) Rocket, Benny, and Micki; parents, Edward and Robyn; siblings, (late) Kevin, Whitaker Charles Edward Drew (late Bridgett), Zenova Poynter (Douglas), (late) Turon Shegog, Tommy Harris, Ako Drew (Mimi), Terrez Drew, Chaz Drew, John Drew, Dave Walker (Jami), Adrian Walker(Angie), Justin Walker, Kelly Rose Walker, and (late) Shannon Walker. In-laws, Tamara Walker; grandparents, Faye Pettus and Eugene Hughley; and numerous beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and extended family. Cora Faith Walker's enduring legacy continues to be embodied through the life and service of those she loved and those who loved and knew her.
In lieu of sending flowers, the family requests donations to the following organizations that Cora Faith held closest in her heart and work:
- Nurses for Newborns
- JAMAA Birth Village
- Pro Choice Missouri
- Veterans Community Project- St. Louis
Services: A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 18, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Friendly Temple Church, Youth Worship Center, located at 5545 Martin Luther King Drive, St. Louis, MO 63112.
Memories and Condolences
for Cora Walker
Stanley and Nina Maxwell
March 18, 2022
So so sorry. You have our condolences and prayers. Take care.
Sandra Hughley
March 18, 2022
Robyn may the memories of your beautiful daughter give you comfort during this difficult time. God Bless you and your family.
JR Ferguson
March 18, 2022
Cora, may God and your Ancestors welcome you with open arms.
Family, may God and your Ancestors surround and comfort you.
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Karen Settlemoir-Berg
March 17, 2022
Cora´s life was a blessing and her memory is a treasure, she was loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure .
Mr and Mrs. Willie (Faye) Haygood
March 17, 2022
We extend our deepest sympathies to Edward, Robyn, and the entire family. Cora is very lovingly remembered during her days here in Tuskegee, Alabama. May the days ahead bring memories that will comfort you all.
Holly McGarrahan
March 16, 2022
Tim and family. Thoughts and prayers for you all on your tragic loss.
Melissa Ross & family
March 16, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God give you comfort during this difficult time.
Lesia Woody
March 16, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends
Kathi Olds
March 16, 2022
So, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love and peace.
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