Mr. John William Walker

December 27, 1942 - December 16, 2021

Johnny Walker entered the gates of Heaven on December 16, 2021 at the age of 78. He lived a long, happy life and left this world peacefully holding the hand of his loving wife, Beverly Walker, surrounded by family. His fighting spirit and sense of humor were virtually intact to the very end. Johnny was born December 27, 1942 in Houston Texas to Boyd and Lois Walker. His time on earth was filled with service not only to his country but to his family whom he loved dearly. Johnny was drafted into the United States Army at the age of 29. He spent 4 years in the military and fought in the Vietnam War. After the military he held various positions within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to include Correctional Officer, Sergeant of Correctional Officers, Boot Camp Sergeant and Training Instructor. He retired from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice in 1998. After retirement his days were filled with fishing, hunting, woodworking, computer gaming, gardening, lawn work, and grand babies. Johnny was a wonderful son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend. He doted on his family and was happiest when surrounded by them all. The way he cared and loved those around him will not be forgotten nor will his laugh or smile. Though Heaven received another angel, we will always be thankful for the time they let him walk among us. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. Johnny is preceded in death by his parents Boyd and Lois; daughter Sabrina; brother Boyd; and two sisters Lois and Evelyn. Johnny is survived by his wife Beverly Walker; children Nick Walker (Bonnie); Beverly Hicks (Steve); Troy Williams (Cheryl); Shirley Brooke (Jeff); Barbie Malizia (Jerry); Tammy Shelby (Edward); 17 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and countless close friends. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 21, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home in Huntsville, TX. Services will be Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at Riverside Baptist Church in Riverside, TX at 2:00 pm. Interment will follow at Riverside Pioneer Cemetery. Memorial condolences may be made to the family at www.shmfh.com.