James "Jake" Walker's obituary , Passed away on August 27, 2026 in Thornville, Ohio

James "Jake" Walker

November 30, 1932 - August 27, 2026 (93 years old)

Thornville, Ohio

James "Jake" Walker's obituary , Passed away on August 27, 2026 in Thornville, Ohio

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James "Jake" Walker

November 30, 1932 - August 27, 2026 (93 years old)

Thornville, Ohio

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James Walker Obituary

The passing of James Walker of Thornville, Ohio occurred on August 27, 2026. James, born on November 30, 1932, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Clifford Walker and Leona Catherine Conrey Walker; his wife Polly; and his son John Walker. He is survived by: his daughters, Jane Brooks, Janet Hewitt (Andy) and Julie McGlaughlin (Steve); his daughter-in-law Shawn Walker; and his grandchildren, Nikki Johnson, Alena Griffin, Jared Brooks, Andrea Watson, Trenton Hewitt, Brooke Hatcher, Garrett McGlaughlin, Dalton McGlaughlin, Lauren Cenky and Caley Boyden. He is also survived by 11 great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Saturday, September 12th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Olivet Church of the Brethren (10788 Zion Rd NW, Thornville, OH 43076). A memorial service was held on Saturday, September 12th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Olivet Church of the Brethren, via mail or to Hospice of Central Ohio, hospiceofcentralohio.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bope-Thomas Funeral Home



Sat

Sep 12

Visitation

Olivet Church of the Brethren
10788 Zion Rd NW, Thornville, OH 43076

Sat

Sep 12

Memorial service

Olivet Church of the Brethren
10788 Zion Rd NW, Thornville, OH 43076

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