Steven Walker

In his early years, the family moved to many cities and states following his father’s work in the oilfield. At the end of second grade, the family moved to Canada, living in Saskatchewan and Alberta. There, he learned to ice skate and play hockey. One of his favorite memories was the garden patch turning into a homemade ice rink every winter to enjoy with friends.

He returned to Elk City in the seventh grade and completed his high school education there. He attended Oklahoma State University, where he met the love of his life, Jamie. They married in 1971 and moved to Weatherford, Oklahoma, where he completed his degree in Business Administration at Southwestern Oklahoma State University.

Upon completing his degree, Steve began his career with Walgreens in Odessa, Texas. He worked as a manager for 40 years before retiring in Austin, Texas. His commitment to service began early, participating in Key Club, Junior Rotarians, and Boy Scouts. Throughout his life, he remained active in his communities, serving as a member of the Lions Club, Kiwanis, and Rotary.

His faith was an important part of his life. He was active in his church, participating in Men of Hope, serving with ARCH and IHN, and contributing in many other ways. He served as Head Usher, Stephen Minister, and Elder, and also as a Communion server and VOW participant. He was always willing to lend a helping hand.

Steve found his greatest joy in his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Jamie Walker; his son, Matthew Walker and wife, Emily; his grandson, Jackson Walker; his brother, Bill Walker (Tommie); his sister, Malea Newman (Jerry); and other cherished relatives. He was preceded in death by his son, Jonathan Walker; his father, Pete Walker; and his mother, Margaret Walker.

To laugh often and much; to win the respect of the intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child,
a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know that one life has breathed easier because you lived here. This is to have succeeded.

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Steve’s name to the Hope Memorial Garden Endowment Fund, Faith in Action Drive a Senior, or a charity of your choice.

Donation Links:

Hope Memorial Garden: https://onrealm.org/HopePresbyteria/-/form/give/now

Faith in Action Drive a Senior Northwest: https://driveaseniornorthwest.org/donate-volunteer/