John “Pops” Raymond Walker, 73 passed away February 27, 2013 after a long and courageous battle with AML. He was an active member of Central Church. He retired from Commerce General after 38 years of service. Pops leaves his wife of 20 years, Frances “Carol” Walker; daughter, Lisa Walker Malone; sons; Charlie Walker (Patricia), David Walker (Trisha), Jerry Baxter; nine grandchildren and one great grandchild. The family will receive friends on Saturday, March 2 from 1 pm until service time at 2 pm at Central Church, 2005 E. Winchester Blvd, Collierville, TN. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Central Church Women’s Ministry. Online condolences may be expressed at www.memphisfuneralhome.net.