I just learned of Cami's passing a few months ago while talking about her to a friend and checking on Facebook to see how she was doing.  Her mind was suffering when I visited in 2014, we lost touch again soon after. I was sad to learn of her passing, but also took solace that she's not suffering anymore.

I met Cami in San Francisco in 2003 at a healthy food co-op market, we split some basil b/c I didn't need the whole bunch. After I stammered a bit to ask her out she said "do you want my number?". I smiled and said yes and soon was known as 'basil-boy' in her blog. I loved Cami, she had a great heart and was funny, confident and wise.  We had a whirlwind romance and I moved in within a few weeks and flew to meet my family in Philadelphia for Thanksgiving. She taught me about love and life, healthy cooking, the SF yoga scene, and having balance in life.  Although we broke up within a year we stayed good friends for a while. Time passes and people part, but I'll always value the time we spent together. The photo I'm attaching is from her 30th birthday.

What a gift to the world Cami was and continues to be
Thank you for everything 

I just finished reading 29 Gifts. I Googled Cami. It's sad to see she died. I want to say people and books like Cami and 29 gifts change people and make the world a better place. Thanks. RIP Cami.

To Cami’s parents: I want you to know that I never met your daughter, but she inspired me by her book 29 Gifts. I’ve been teaching chair yoga to people with MS since 2003 .Your daughter’s courage in sharing her story gave me greater insight into what some of my students experience. And her book gave ALL OF US the greater Sense of purpose that comes from giving and gratitude. May your fondest memories comfort you. May you and all your family find comfort in hearing how many hearts and lives she touched. Blessings. 


Cami’s passion for community and engagement made 29 GIFTS: How a Month of Giving Can Change Your Life a success that yielded palpable results for thousands of readers. I am honored to have represented her on her book, and know Cami’s own message and her contributors’s messages of positive change and healing were a enduring source of sustenance and hope. Her memory will live on through her readers’s personal journeys.


My condolences to the Walkers: Carol, Larry and the gang. And Henry of course. 
Cami was a roller coaster ride! We had many adventures together and I will never forget her. 
My favorite story during the early days of the 29Gifts movement was later called "Find your Flower Power" when Cami and Mark and several friends gave away 48 roses in a parking lot in LA. Many people were touched by the simple generosity of their rose gift that day, some were utterly lifted out of a very negative space and into hope and joy. I wish that for you, Cami. May you find your way home and receive all your gifts!

I’m so very sad to learn that our friend and brilliant visionary behind the successful global giving challenge has passed away.  

Meeting Cami Walker, becoming a giving ambassador and website administrator, becoming lifelong friends with diverse people from around the world, and spreading the healing joy of giving has been and continues to be the best experience of my life.  

Thank you, Cami. You and the 29 Gifts legacy are an eternal Gift to the world.  Your candle shines brightly. May you Rest In Peace. 

My sincere condolences to Cami’s immediate and  global  families.

I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Cami so much. She changed my life and to this day I continue on my Giving journey~ RIP Cami.. xoxoxo

I discovered the book 29 Gifts when I was going through a rough time in my life.  Not only did it uplift me but the website introduced me to some wonderful women.  I've gifted my book away to another woman with MS and was just planning on purchasing another because it had that kind of impact on me.  The personal part is the way you answered emails and sent inspirational messages when you could.  May you rest in peace Cami you are loved by many!  XOXO 


i never met Cami in person, yet i felt close to her. her 29 Gifts book and later, the website, touched so many people, myself included. she always reached out to the members  and made us feel like we mattered individually. she gave so much of herself, she taught me to stretch outside my comfort zone in giving to others both materially and of myself. i will remember her always.
sending love and hugs to the family and close friends <3 

My deepest sympathies and prayers for Cami’s family, friends, and her son, Henry. I will forever  remember Cami’s ready smile, beautiful laugh, and vivacity. She was incredibly smart, talented, and creative. I cherish memories of times we spent together in Lincoln and while she was in San Francisco. I admired the way she lived boldly. As a friend, I appreciated her transparency, sincerity, and loyalty. Cami was an amazing woman. May God bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time. 

My heart breaks at this news - and goes out to Cami’s family and friends. 

She tried so hard to overcome her struggles while helping others overcome theirs..like some kinda Pixie with a broken wing. I’ll never forget her kindness and generosity. May she Rest In Peace🕯💙🙏🏻 🧚🏻‍♀️ 

Larry, Carol and family:  I was deeply saddened to hear of Cami's passing.  I remember fondly all the great, fun times I shared with her as friends and roommates.  She was a special person and I know life was not always easy for her, but her impact had such meaning to all those who crossed her path.  Please accept my deepest condolences and know my prayers are with her departed soul, her son, family and all those she loved.

Rest in Peace Cami.  Your spirit of giving back to others  is a lasting legacy and cherished memory for all of those whose lives you touched during your journey here on earth.  Sincere condolences and sympathy to all friends and family.  May God bless your soul. 

Cami, May your beautiful, wrestless spirit soar and finally be set free from the body & mind that were in constant battle with you. We shared nearly 6 years together before agreeing to go our separate ways but you taught me so much and I will always look back on the good times we shared. You were so smart, resourceful & entrepreneurial.  I am devastated & heartbroken but have faith that you are in a better place. Maybe even smiling next to your grandmother rocking on the front porch together.  My heart goes out to your entire family and all the friends you made along the way. God bless you Cami and thank you. Mark

Rest in peace Cami may you travel well.
Mbali

Larry, Carol and family of Cami,
So sorry to read about Cami passing away.  Just wanted to let you know you are all in our thoughts and prayers as this difficult time.
I know you are focusing on all the special memories and hope they bring you JOY in a dark time.
Praying for peace for all of you!!
Jim and Cathy (Carter) Ochsner 

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Camilla Sue Walker

February 6, 1973 – April 27, 2020

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