Danny was born on January 20, 1964 in Starkville, MS, to Devon and Wilma Walker. He graduated from Starkville High School and was a 1988 graduate of Mississippi State University with a degree in Broadcast Communications. In September of 1987, Danny married Pam, his wife of 35 years who he met at Mississippi State. Danny began his career in Jackson selling cable advertising and then moved to WJTV as an account executive. Danny then ran his own advertising agency, Danny Walker and Associates, for 7 years. Afterwards, he served as the local sales manager at WAPT for 11 years. Danny joined WTVA in Tupelo as director of sales and after four years, was promoted to General Manager of WTVA in February of 2020.
Danny is survived by his wife Pam Mills Walker; his children Lauren (Austin) Walker and Hayes (Jessica) Walker; his mother Wilma Walker; and his sister Carol (Lance) Rowe. He is predeceased by his father; Devon Walker.
Affectionately known by his family as “Dan the Man,” Danny had an infectious personality and was always a joy to be around. Danny would always go out of his way to show support for friends, family and anyone who he crossed paths with. To his family, Danny was the master of the grill, sports coach, comedian, musician, and leader. His hobbies included traveling, playing guitar and spending time with his family. Danny was the best dad; teaching his children at Sunday School, attending cross country meets at Choctaw Trails on his lunch break, rooting for his son at Mississippi State football games, giving advice before job and school interviews, and always having snacks for us in any event; specifically a Snickers bar. Danny had a sense of humor that could lighten anyone’s mood. Danny was our source of strength, and his light will always shine through the memories we share with him. May we always continue to spread the love and kindness Danny so graciously gave to everyone around him.
Visitation for Danny will be held Friday June 30th from 11:00 am-1:00 pm at Parkway Funeral Home in Ridgeland, MS with a private service to follow.
Memorial donations may be made in Danny’s name at Health Care Foundation of North Mississippi https://nmhsfoundation.org/area-of-greatest-need/
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.parkwayfuneralhomeridgeland.com for the Walker family.
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