Shawn Joseph Walker Obituary
Cremation will take place and a memorial service to honor and celebrate his life will be held on Sunday, November 16, 2025, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, at the Portage VFW, 8845 S. Sprinkle Rd. Portage, MI 49002. Memorial contributions may be made to the Walker Family (checks payable to Jennifer Walker), c/o the funeral home.
Age 47, of Kalamazoo, passed away at Bronson Hospital on October 21, 2025. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI, on August 24, 1978. Shawn was a loving son, brother, husband and father who will be missed by all who loved him. On August 23, 2008, he married the love of his life Jennifer (Holcomb) Walker. Together they started a family and welcomed Shawn Jacob Walker into the world. Shawn Jr. became the light of their world. Shawn loved taking his son to wrestling matches and he was a loyal WWE fan. He also loved music and enjoyed supporting local artists whenever possible. Shawn was social and enjoyed sharing fellowship and food with his family and friends. He worked hard to provide for his family, and his heart and home were always open to those in need. Shawn's laughter, love and smile will be missed. He is survived by his wife Jennifer Walker; son, Shawn Jacob Walker; mother, Rinde Walker; mother-in-law, Frances Roe; uncle, Greg Walker; cousin, Donna Shaffer; many extended family members and friends. He is preceded in passing by his biological mother, Sherry Walker; grandparents, Richard (Donna) Gorham; father-in-law, Craig Buckhout.
