Russell J. Walker, 76 a native of Lockport and resident of Mathews passed away Saturday, May 28, 2016.
Visitation will be held at Holy Savior Catholic Church on Tuesday, May 31st from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. with burial to follow in the church cemetery.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Daisy L. Walker; daughter, Vonda W. (David) Fray; brother, George Walker; grandchild, Chad (Nicole) Cheramie; great grandchildren, Tanner Cheramie, Jayden Cheramie.
He preceded in death by his parents, Alcee and Lydia Walker; brothers, Clifton Walker, Wilton Walker, Roy Walker; sisters, Tessie Chauvin, Doris Blanchard, Bernice Blanchard, Lucille Sevin.
Russell retired as a Shipyard Supervisor from Bollinger Shipyard with 39 years of service. He was a lifelong cattleman.
Falgout Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements.