Alexander Walker's Obituary
Alexander Nathaniel “Alex” Walker, 21, of Decatur passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2015 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Alex was born on July 1, 1993 in Springfield, IL the son of Chesterfield “Chet” and Mary (Tucker) Walker Jr. He graduated in 2011 from Warrensburg-Latham High School. He had previously volunteered at the animal shelter. He enjoyed helping animals and people.
Surviving are his parents Chet and Mary Walker Jr. of Warrensburg; brother, Justin Walker of Decatur; sister Cassandra Walker of Chicago; grandmother, Francie Walker of Taylorville; aunts, Diane Galvin of Taylorville; Sharon Walker of Taylorville; Peggy Tucker of Decatur; Vanessa Pitts of Elpaso; uncle James Walker (Martha) of Memphis, TN; and a host of friends and other family.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Chesterfield Walker Sr. and uncle, David Pitts.
Funeral service to celebrate Alex’s life will be 11 AM Friday, March 27, 2015 in Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be 10-11 AM Friday in the funeral home. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the family.
The family of Alexander Nathaniel “Alex” Walker has entrusted the care of their loved one to Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. View the on line obituary and send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com
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