Willie Edward Walker Sr. Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Willie Edward Walker Sr. (North Augusta, South Carolina). Willie, born on April 12, 1949, passed away on October 1, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Willie Edward Walker Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Fred L. Walker and Marie Starks Sheppeard; his wife Mary McNeil Walker; and his brothers, Fred L. Walker, Jr., James Mackey and Calvin Jessie.
He is survived by: his children, Napoleon Gardenhire, Kiera, Napoleon, Jr., Zayda, Breana Gardenhire, Willie E. Walker, Jr., Jerome Walker and Kimberly Jackson (Germaine); his grandchild Amora Jackson; his siblings, Elizabeth Bryant (Joshua), Roxie Mims (Henry), Deloris Cook, Louise Blaylock, Janette W. Jamison, Felix Sheppeard (Carrie) and Dr. Gollie Walker; his uncle Milledge Starks (Lillie Mae); his aunts, Elouise Evans and Gertrude Starks; and his friends, Carlton Burke and Ricky Knight. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members and dear friends.
Viewing will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM at the G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary - North Augusta (614 West Ave, North Augusta, SC 29841). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, October 10th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Hazel Grove Baptist Church (20 Hazel Grove Rd, Beech Island, SC 29842).
