Mary Lois Walker

Mary Lois (Jones) Walker of Lubbock, age 83, was born September 15th, 1941, in Lubbock, Texas. She married the love of her life, Robert N. Walker, August 30th, 1963, and spent 61 beautiful years together, building a family and going for scenic motorcycle rides to enjoy each other’s company.

Mary was a homemaker whose passions in life were God, her Husband, and family, these things were precious to her.

God came first in Mary’s life, and she was a devoted member at a handful of churches over the years. Most recently, she was a member of Shallowater Church of Christ, and before that, Monterey Church of Christ and Vandelia Church of Christ. One of Mary’s favorite things to do was to read her bible, and to share the word of God with children in Bible School.

Family was Mary’s pride and joy. She enjoyed being able to be present at all of her kids and grandkids' activities and getting a little extra time with the grandchildren when she got to babysit.

Mary somehow found the time to discover and master many hobbies as well. She was an avid knitter and crocheter, spending countless hours creating beautiful afghans. Her talents did not end there, she also loved to sew, cross stitch, and needle point. She also showcased her artistic talents in the kitchen, where she would decorate all sorts of amazing cakes. Mary also enjoyed playing the piano, and the art of calligraphy, penning many elaborate creations over the years.

She was a proud member of the Lubbock Firefighters Auxiliary 972, where she often did volunteer work. Following her servant’s heart, Mary could often be found tutoring children in the community as well.

Mary is preceded in death by her mother, Goldie (Brock) Jones, father, Clyde Craven Jones, brother, C. Floyd Jones, brother David W. Jones, and daughter Valerie A (Walker) Johnson.

She is survived by her loving husband, Robert N. Walker; daughter, Alisa Franks and husband Brad, of Lubbock, Texas; daughter, Teresa Headrick Tate and husband Tommy, of Lubbock, Texas; sister, Judy Gilson and husband Harold, of Lubbock, Texas; brother, John Jones and wife Darla, of Ft. Worth, Texas; brother, Steve Jones and wife Brittani, of Lubbock, Texas; grandchildren, Tiffany Chavez of Lubbock, Texas; Ashley Settle and husband Dusty of Lubbock, Texas; Cole Headrick of Lubbock, Texas; Jeremy Tate and wife Ashley of Lubbock, Texas; Brandon Tate and wife Ali of Lubbock, Texas; Justin Franks and wife Rachael of Lubbock, Texas; Travis Rutherford, Wendy Hodge and husband Charles of Bastrop, Texas; Shanna Caffey, and her son-in-law Billy Johnson, of Alpine, Texas.

Her legacy includes many many great grandchildren and even great-great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews who she loved as her own.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Mary’s memory to the Children’s Home of Lubbock or Lubbock Meals on Wheels.