I am heartbroken to learn that Mr. Walker has passed. What a special man he was and what an extraordinary way he had with animals. I have thought of him often after we moved from Texas to Colorado in 2019. He's just one of those rare people that capture your heart and you are grateful to have crossed paths with. He gave the best care to our German Shepherd Louisa and  our Scottie-Poodle Chaparrito. For this we honor his memory. Love, hugs and prayers to his family.

I'm so sorry to hear about TJ's passing. I was probably one of his more difficult scouts with my hockey schedule, but he never gave up me. That inspired me to keep working on and pursuing my Eagle rank.
But he wasn't just my scout master, he was also my family vet. Not only do I miss him, but so do my pets. My dog, Lucy, was never afraid to visit TJ. But since moving to Florida, it's been a process getting her used to a new vet.
TJ will be greatly missed, not only by the people who knew him, but also by the many animals he helped care for too. May he rest in peace.

Linda, I can bring to mind Tommy helping me put training wheels on my bicycle, and then teaching me to ride...somewhat upright; Tommy  protecting his little sister, Nancy, from an overcurious cousin...Tommy telling my mother, Lahoma, that he preferred ham rather than turkey on Thanksgiving;  Tommy making an effort to teach me tennis, and getting me a Christmas tennis racquet; Tommy driving way too fast in a little Valiant and later, in a white Ford; Tommy struggling to write a book report, and forgiving me for not realizing how difficult it was; "Purump, Purump";  Tommy  besting me in Organic Chemistry; Tommy giving so many years to his work, Tommy is my hero!  Thanks to Tommy for all these times and for a first, last, and always hug last November.  Thanks Linda for encouring Tommy to be who he was!  I can't read the number on matchbook as it's old and faded...

Tommy and Forrest were my older male cousins. When I was 13 they came to visit.  The only teenagers I knew, I thought they were very cool and smart.  Sadly, we didn’t see our Texas cousins very often.  

After a long illness, Tommy is at rest.  He had a loving family and a life of fulfillment and faith.   The obituary was very thoughtful.  My deepest sympathies to the Walker family.


Pamela Pope
Tulsa, Oklahoma

T. J. Walker is a dear friend of forty plus years; that will be remembered in love and admiration as long as I live.  He helped me grow into being a better husband, father, and leader of boys to men in scouting.  He helped me keep in perspective so many of life's trials and tribulations that when shared with compassion and humor found their correct priority in God's plan for my maturity.  I love T.J. as a brother and will miss knowing that he was only a phone call away.
We spent countless hours sharing meals and our deepest concerns.
My prayers are for his family and other friends who will miss his laughter, humor, wit, and wisdom.
God bless us all and thanks be to our Father in Heaven for his impact on our lives.  Amen.

Always remember leaving “recipe” on their porch for Linda’s cold. Doc thought urine sample was left and he told me my cat was a diabetic….love this man and the life he shared with all who knew him. Love to Linda and family.

OBITUARY

Tommy Joe Walker

June 1, 1947 – September 2, 2025

Moore Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

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