of Paris, AR
June 13, 1948 - November 19, 2024
Daniel Ray Walker, 76, of Paris, Arkansas passed away on November 19, 2024, in Fort Smith.
He was born on June 13, 1948 in Paris, Arkansas to his parents, Hoyt and Effie (Bullock) Walker. Daniel worked in the oil and gas industry for almost forty years and served his country during Vietnam in the United States Army. He loved being outdoors, fishing for anything that would bite, or hunting deer and turkey. He was also a very talented carpenter. He built a home and tree house for his wife, Kathy, and full-scale playhouses for his grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Boyd Walker; a brother, Hoyt Lesley Walker; two sisters, Roberta Crawford and Sudie McCormick; mother-in-law Marie Robertson and brother-in-law, Frank Giboney.
He is survived by his wife of fifty-two years, Kathy (Robertson) Walker of the home; two sons, Adam Walker and wife, Stacy of Subiaco, Arkansas and Dan Walker of Paris, Arkansas; three sisters, Betty Lou Giboney of Paris, Arkansas, Carlen Sue Mainer and husband, Larry of Paris, Arkansas and Mary Walker of Paris, Arkansas; father-in-law, Earl Robertson of Magazine, Arkansas and two brothers-in-law, Bob Crawford of Florida and Ralph McCormick of Colorado; two grandchildren, Haley Walker and Hoyt Walker; many other family members and friends.
A visitation will be held from 9:00-10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at Roller Funeral Home in Paris. The funeral service will follow at 10:00 a.m. with burial in Liberty Cemetery in Driggs.
Funeral Service and arrangements are under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
The pallbearers will be Dan Walker, Emil Friemel, Brian Johnson, Greg Newborn, Travis Williamson and Kent Bauer.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Raymond Harrison, Dutch Powell, David Walker, Melvin Thomas, Kenny Russell, Harold Raper, Steve Forbis, Sid Pilgreen, Bob Pilgreen and Slim Hice.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 14799632733.
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11 Condolence(s)
Ron & Linda Miller
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Our condolences to Kathy and the Walker clan.
Jean Richardson
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Kathy, I’m so sorry about the loss of your husband. It leaves such a terrible hole in your heart and life. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Hal Lee
Sunday, November 24, 2024
Sunday, November 24th. I just learned today that I lost one of my favorite neighbors. Daniel was a good man, husband and father. He will be missed by lots of folks, including me.
Maria R aka "Kenzi"
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Dan aka WildMan-
We are so sorry for your loss, please accept our condolences.
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Your E & P family
Kenzi & Vicente
Francis Frederick
Saturday, November 23, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. I enjoyed working with Daniel on the rigs years ago.
Mr and Mrs Chester Johnson and Sherry
Friday, November 22, 2024
Kathy We are so very sorry for the loss of Dan. Daddy and Mama said they're very sorry they can't make it to the funeral.
Debra Schneider
Friday, November 22, 2024
So sorry for the loss of Daniel Ray. He was a great person and will be remembered.
Michael and Terri Friemel
Friday, November 22, 2024
So sorry for yalls loss Dan was a good man. Are prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Valerie Andrews
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Adam, We are so very sorry for the loss of your dad. Praying for God to cover you with his comfort and peace. We are praying for you and all of your family. Roger & Valerie Andrews
Evelyn Hatcher
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Our deepest sympathies! Prayers for comfort. Love, Mark and Evelyn Hatcher
James Beck
Thursday, November 21, 2024
Will miss my fishing buddy.