Edward Leon Walker Sr. Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Edward Leon Walker Sr. of Sparta, Illinois, who passed away on April 28, 2026, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Virgil Ira and Bessie Mae Walker (Rainwater); his spouse Shirley A. Zielinski; and his sisters, Lola Pundsack, Betty Lou Mifflin and Marie Preston.

He is survived by: his children, Terry E. Walker of Sparta, Edward L. Walker, Jr. (Gail) of Tilden and Michele L. Walker of Sparta; his grandchildren, Destiny Sanford, Kyle Walker, Ailene Walker, Kannon Walker and Salena White; and his great grandchild Penelope Stork.

Friends may make memorials to the Du Quoin V.F.W. and will be accepted at the funeral home.