Paul Dean Walker passed away Wednesday afternoon, February 28th, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Donelson, Tennessee on May 9th, 1937 and was 86 years old.
Paul was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who loved his family. He loved sports, and was an avid Belmont Basketball and Tennessee Titans fan. He was a hardworking entrepreneur and enjoyed providing opportunities for others, while giving and serving charitable organizations. But more than anything he loved serving the Lord.
The visitation will be held on Friday, March 1st, 2024 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home.
A visitation will be 11:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024, at the First Baptist Church in Pulaski, Tennessee.
The Funeral Service will follow at 1:00pm Saturday, March 2nd, 2024 at First Baptist Church in Pulaski, Tennessee.
The entombment will follow in Giles Memory Gardens.
Pallbearers will be, Jeff Walker, Adam Walker, Connor Walker, Lee Liggett, Ryan Liggett, and Dr. Doug Haney.
Honorary pallbearer, Dr. Mando Foronda
In lieu of flowers the family request memorial donations be made to: Blue Monarch P.O. Box 1207 Monteagle, TN 37356, Belmont University Bruin Club 1900 Belmont Blvd. Nashville, TN 37212, or First Baptist Church Senior Adults 407 S 1st St, Pulaski, TN 38478
Paul was preceded in death by his parents Alvin McKinley and Selma Pauline Fendley Walker.
He is survived by,
His wife of 64 years, Joyce Walker of Pulaski, Tennessee.
Son, Jeff (Pam) Walker of Franklin, Tennessee
Daughter Connie (Lee) Liggett of Pulaski, Tennessee.
Grandchildren, Ryan (Kelsey) Liggett, Adam Walker, and Connor (Jessie) Walker
Great Grandchildren, Beckham Liggett, William Walker, and Hollin Liggett
Several nieces and nephews also survive.
Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements for Paul Dean Walker.
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