James Jay Walker

He was born April 21, 1958 in Waynesburg, a son of the late David L. and Betty Jo Eisiminger Walker.

He was a graduate of Waynesburg Central High School.

On June 1, 1991 he married Melissa Ann Hougland Walker, who survives.

Mr. Walker worked in the natural gas industry for 31 years. He was currently working as a senior construction manager for Mark West Pipeline. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 112.

He was a lifetime resident of Waynesburg and a member of the First Assembly of God at East View.

Jim loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed raising vegetables to share with his family, friends and to can for winter. Jim also enjoyed hunting deer and turkeys, playing softball, and feeding purple martins.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Melissa Ann is a son, Jason B. Dulaney (Rebekah) of Waynesburg; six grandchildren, James M., Caleb B., Elijah C., Callie J., Issac L. and Brendal C. Dulaney.

Also surviving are siblings, Lee Walker (Shirley), David “Pete” Walker (Becky), Carl Walker (Sharon), Jerry Walker, Dani Iams (Robert), Jean Scott (Larry), Patricia Smith, John Walker (Becky), William Walker (Laura), Alan Walker (Olivia), Barbara Moore, and Michele DeFrancesco (Jeff); two sisters-in-law, Beth E. Moore (Chad) and Cynthia L. Triboletti (William); and several nieces and nephews.