Troy Lee Walker Sr.

Troy Lee Walker Senior, a devoted husband, father, and pillar of his community, passed away on April 11, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in Braggs, Oklahoma, on December 5, 1934, to Onnie William Walker and Easter Lilly (Reynolds) Walker, Troy lived a life filled with love, family, and adventure.

Troy's early years were shaped by his education at Stone Chapel Elementary and Bagley High School. He went on to work in the refinery oil industry and later became a farmer, where he developed a passion for working the land and raising cattle. Troy also enjoyed gardening and would often use a shovel to tend to his garden. In his later years, he founded Walker Trucking, a business that allowed him to share his love of the open road with his family. Troy operated Walker Trucking for 35 years, until he could no longer climb into the truck. Troy took great pride in teaching his children the skills they needed to take over.

In 1951, Troy married the love of his life, Faye, on August 23, 1951 in Muskogee, Oklahoma, beginning a lifelong partnership filled with love, laughter, and adventure. Together, they built a beautiful family, blessed with three sons and two daughters, who brought immense joy and pride to their parents' lives.

Troy's love for his family was evident in everything he did. He cherished his wife, Faye, whom he affectionately called "Darlin'," and took great joy in spending time with his children and grandchildren The couple enjoyed many vacations together, including trips to Canada and Colorado, where they enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping. Troy also loved vacations to Branson, MO, and Silver Dollar City, where they would create lasting memories. Christmas was a special time for Troy, and he loved seeing the family and enjoying traditional holiday dishes.

Troy was known for his frugal ways, often finding creative ways to save money on family vacations. He would hide the kids in the backseat to avoid extra charges at motels, and one time, he even hid in the trunk to avoid paying admission during a drive-in movie. These antics showcased his playful and humorous side.

As an ordained minister, Troy was proud of his service to the community and the people he touched through his faith. He loved hosting family dinners in the garage, where laughter and good food brought everyone together. Troy's sense of humor was legendary, and he often joked with his family and friends. He was also known for his mischievous ways during dominoes games, often claiming to have a few dominoes up his sleeve.

Troy's hobbies included playing the guitar, singing, playing dominoes, dice, pitch, and checkers. He was a fan of professional boxing and wrestling, particularly WWF, and enjoyed watching the Kansas City Chiefs and OU football. His love for music was evident in his fondness for Christian and country music, and he would often sing along to Johnny Cash. He even had the opportunity to see Johnny Cash at a concert at Spring Lake Amusement Park in Oklahoma City. To this day, his children fondly remember him singing a familiar tune about "Cripple Creek," a song that has become a cherished family memory and a nostalgic reminder of happy times spent together.

In his final days, Troy's family was by his side, and just a few days before his passing, he debated taking a trip to Texas with his wife Faye to see her sister, a testament to his enduring spirit. Troy is remembered for his strong work ethic, his love of family, and his commitment to his faith. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is home now with his grandparents; his parents; Onnie William Walker and Easter Lilly (Reynolds) Walker; one son Rocky Walker Sr., one son-in-law, Alan Burnley; his brothers, William Walker and wife Lucille, Jack Walker and wife Gertrude, David Walker and wife Jessie; his sisters, Marie Denwalt and husband William, Rosie Eubanks and husband Don, Gloria McDaniel and husband Bill, and Linda Westmoreland and husband Tucson; six grandchildren, Christopher Walker, Clinton Alan Warren, Brandon Henry Warren, Kelly Don Walker, Gwendolyn Tracy Warren, and Baby Girl Walker; four great-grandchildren, Ryleigh Rowan, Kennedy Rowan, Noah Rowan, and Jeremiah William Thompson.

Troy is survived by his loving family, including his wife, Naomi Faye (Cook) Walker; his children, Troy Lee Walker Jr. and wife Darlene of Locust Grove, OK, Perry Bryant Walker and wife Karen of Locust Grove, OK, Saundra Warren and husband Curtis of Locust Grove, OK, Glenda Burnley of Collinsville, OK; one daughter-in-law, Lennel Walker of Hulbert, OK; his brother, Leonard Walker and wife Emma of Tahlequah, OK; his fourteen grandchildren; forty great-grandchildren, his great-great grandchildren; and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention. He is also remembered by his friends and community, who will miss his kind heart and generous spirit.

A visitation for Troy will be held Monday, April 21, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Reed-Culver Funeral Home, 117 West Delaware Street, Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The funeral will occur Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Reed-Culver Funeral Home with Reverend Landon Warren and Reverend Jimmy Essary officiating.

Troy will be laid to rest in Greenleaf Cemetery, Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

Serving as pallbearers are Richard Warren, Landon Warren, Gary Walker, Rocky Walker, Jeffery Walker, Bryant Walker. Honorary Pallbearers include Everhett Beal, Bryce Warren, Perry M. Walker, Brigham Walker, Tyler Tedder, Dusty Tedder, Wyatt Tedder, Josh Cole, Zac Cole, Christian Cole, Nathan Warren, Johnathan Thompson, Isaiah Thompson, Kelton Whitekiller and Kia Whitekiller.