Jared M. Walker Jared M. Walker died suddenly at his home in Pottstown on Tuesday, February 3, 2015. He was 31. Born in Philadelphia, the son of David O. Eckert and Jacqueline M. (Walker) Jacobs, Jared has been a long time resident of Pottstown. He enjoyed playing video games on his X-Box and making others laugh, however, his greatest enjoyment was spending time with his son, Alex. Proud and loving father of Alexander X. Walker, Jared is also survived by his parents, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members and friends. All services and interment will be held privately at the request of his family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be mailed to Jared's aunt, Susan Dugan, 509 Barbara Circle, Fairless Hills, PA 19030 to help care for his son, Alex.