Del Walker passed away on Wednesday, November 22 at the age of 88 from old age.
He was a long time resident of Fort Dodge and he loved the city and FD people. Del had an entrepreneurial spirit and was a former co- owner of the Boston Furniture Store and Black Knight Restaurant. He loved his family and the Iowa Hawkeyes.
There will be a celebration of life held in Del's honor on Saturday, December 2, 11:00 AM at the Willow Ridge, 1788 Madison Ave, in Fort Dodge. The family will greet friends and relatives one hour before the service.
Del was married to Cookie Walker and had children Rodney Walker, Joel Walker, Paula Gawtry, Troy Lawrence (deceased), Blake Lawrence, and Rachel Lawrence. He was also blessed with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
His family would like to express their deepest gratitude and appreciation for the exceptional care he received over the past 6 years at the Marian Home and from Unity Point Hospice.