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Buzz was born August 2, 1948 in Ft. Myers, Florida to the late Verna Lee and Julia Walker. Registered as a part of a pioneering family where they settled in the Naples area in the 1800’s. He spent most of his life in Naples and would say it was a paradise back when he was growing up.
He was a single father to a cherished daughter. He loved to go hunting and fishing with his dad and brothers. He owned and operated Naples grading service for many years. He also spent several years as a commercial fisherman. He built his life on hard work and honesty. Many of his family members would describe him as one of their favorite people who had a big heart and was always willing to help out.
Mr. Walker, 70, passed away on Sunday, August 5, 2018 at his home with his loved one’s by his side. Other than his parents he is preceded in death by his brothers Johnny L. Walker and James W. Walker, Sr.; sister, Gloria Maupin; and wives, Phyllis McDuffie Rakes and Betti Jones.
He is survived and cherished by his daughter Tammie Walker Pate; son, Jeromy Salvatore; his beloved sister, Jodie Nemish (Ron); brother, Craig Walker (Tammy); sister-in-laws, Tresha Walker (Johnny) and Vicky Walker (Billy); beloved grandchildren, Christopher Pate, Jasmine Pate Tamor, Taylor Walker, and Sunnie Salvatore; son-in-law, Kevin Pate; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 am on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at East Naples Community Park, 3500 Thomasson Drive, Naples, Florida 34112 with Rev. Larry Sims officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for those attending the memorial service to bring a covered dish for all to enjoy.
The Walker Family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 7500 Veterans Parkway, Suite A, Columbus, Georgia 31909, 706-577-0055, www.georgiacremation.com. The Family invites you to leave a condolence or share a fond memory below.
James Walker says
To an amazing uncle, you will be truly missed. When get where your going tell the family I love and miss them.
Vicky Walker says
I will all away have in my heart I love you and you will be miss thank you for being there for me we had a lot of great times together you are a great brother in law one that enjoy having for 42 years and after that tell my family in heaven I love and miss them RIP my angel until we meet again Tammy Jody Craig I love you all and rest of family love you Vicky Walker
Barbara Mannoing says
Jodie, so sorry about Buzz, may he rest in peace. my heart goes out to all the Walker family our thoughts are with you. don and Barbara
Tresha Walker says
Buzz was an amazing man whom I will miss every day of my life. I am so proud to have the Walker name and he is one of the reason why. Rest now bubba your job is done.
Tina says
Fly high up there Uncle Buzz. When you catch up with my Daddy give big hugs. Love you
Amy Ann walker says
Uncle buzz there are no words to say how much you mean to me . Thank you for always being there after dad died and taking care of justus and i . Now you all are in heaven with the lord . I love you . And will miss you always💜
Robert jones says
Love you uncle buzz Rest In Peace love Ann Tiffany and Robert.
Dave and Tonnie says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Rahrich Family
Jeromy salvatore says
Love u dad u was a wonderful man who taught me alot thru the years I will miss u dearly and never forget the good times we had I’m just glad u did get to meet your granddaughter sunnie I will teach her the things u taught me and teach her to have a good heart like u I love u dad and so does sunnie,ash,and mom R.I.P with your brothers , grandma,and Grandpa and fly high with the angels and tell them all i miss and love them too.
Jodie Nemish says
On Sunday I had to say goodbye for the final time to my big brother Buzz . I will miss you forever. You raised a wonderful loving beautiful caring daughter whom I know you loved to the fullest and she loved you just as much. You have a great son and beautiful grandchildren that will miss you,I know you will continue to watch over all of us ,just from heaven instead of here on earth. You will always be in our hearts and souls. I Love You Bubba. Wear your wings proud . You earned them and God Speed
Sondra Jones says
Unforgettable man. Until we meet again. I love you uncle buzz.
Gregory Walker Jr says
You were a great man, and I loved you. Heaven gained another angel. Tell the rest of my family and friends up there that I love them too, and until we meet again. Rest in Peace.
Jasmine Pate Tamor says
It has taken me a few days to get the right words to say and i am still not sure if i can fully sum up my love for this man. Since the day i was born, i was paw paw’s baby. I would give anything to be able to spend another summer with you. Sitting in your chair with you watching westerns. Late night conversations while eating cheetos and cream cheese, yard sales every weekend. Thinking i was the coolest kid around sitting in your lap riding around on the tractor. You always made sure i knew how proud of me you were and how loved i was. You always told me how special i was because i had the biggest heart of anyone you knew, and i know i got that from you. Paw paws are a gift from GOD, and i was blessed to have the absolute best one. I love you so much and will always be proud to be your golden hearted baby.
Love, Jazzie
Pamela R Mallory says
Buzz I’m lost for words right now,I was shocked when we seen the post.Hit me and your son so hard.I was trying to get there to see you all.but you left to soon.jeromy is very hurt he and sunnie and I didn’t get to see you.Your son and sunnie loves you so much.You will always be missed by all your family and friends.Great loving man you where.Will always remember our great times we had together.Im so very sorry not coming to see you all❤️no more pains or sickness.Fly high tell the rest of family we love them and miss them all.Till we all meet again.Rest in peace dear.We love you dearly Buzz !!❤️❤️❤️❤️Pam,Jeromy,Sunnie,Ashleigh,Gione but never forgotten.Love you❤️❤️❤️❤️😠
Debbie says
Buzz. Thanks for the memories we shared through the years. May you Rest In Peace. Until we meet again. Tami sorry for your lost. We love you.
Love Debbie Pickett Smith
Craig & Tammy Walker says
Five days today… How does a little brother say goodbye to his oldest brother who I’ve always looked up to. The memories are endless, and I will cherish them in my heart forever. You taught me so many things growing up like playing guitar at four years old, and giving me a love for music , and nagging you at your bedroom door til you would let me in , and let me strum on the strings. You were amazed how quick I learned the cords, and you would brag to dad. Gosh, the memories are endless. I will cherish the days we went hunting, fishing, camping, and even celebrating the births of our children, our legacies. Thank you Buzz for loving on Tammy, and I . She adored you as a brother in law. This has been a big blow to us. We miss you so much, and We are looking forward to that Resurrection day when we will all be together again.
Debra Engel says
I am at a loss for words! We grew up together. You will be so missed. Was so glad I got to see you when you moved up my way. Priceless. Rest high up on that mountain. Your friend Debra Engel 🙏😇
Donald Keith McDuffie says
Buzz I just want let you I will always miss you. You were more to me than just a brotherinlaw .you were a brother tell Phyllis and every one
you are with now I love them Rest in peace. Love you brother and always will.
Pamela R Mallory says
Sitting here today thinking about you,so sorry we lost you buzz,we love you dearly and Tammie and her children too.im lost for words,but will always cherish our good times together.and for the son you gave me.hes just like his daddy.we will miss you dearly.jeromy and I are hurt we wanted to come see you.my car wouldn’t make it .we love you all grandma grandpa and Johnny and Billy dearly.you are home now with your loved ones,and no more pains dear.i will always love you and Tammie dearly.just upset she never called us but called everyone else but us.rest in peace my dear.with all our love Buzz -Pam,Jeromy and your granddaughter Sunniexxxooo We Love you so Much xxxooo😘😘😘❤️❤️❤️😠😠😠
vicky walker says
I still think you and miss you i love you Buzz