April 21, 1961 - April 30, 2025
Joe Edwin Walker was born on April 21, 1961, in Memphis, Texas to Leonard Walker and Opal Lee Jenkins Walker. He peacefully passed away on April 30, 2025, at BSA Hospital.
He was a beloved brother, father and community member. Joe’s life was marked by service, kindness and devotion to his family.
He was preceded in death by both parents and a nephew, Bryson Walker.
Joe leaves to cherish his memory a daughter, Shannon Hughes (Walker) of Amarillo, TX; two sons, Brandon Jones of Amarillo, TX, Jolen Walker of Statesboro, GA; a brother Lynn Smith of Longview, TX; four sisters, Helen-Ruth Stotts, Lynette Walker, Angela Walker, and Quen Walker all of Amarillo; three grandchildren and two great granddaughters; ten nieces and nephews; and a host of cousins, great nieces, nephews numerous other caring relatives and a true friend, Russell Lawrence of Amarillo.
Joe graduated from Hereford High School in 1980, and soon after answered the call to serve his country by joining United States Army. His dedication and commitment were evident throughout his military service, and he was honorably discharged, having served with distinction. After his military service he lived in Georgia and was employed for ITT Grinnell for over twenty years. Joe moved back to Amarillo in 2007, where he lived until his silent battle with cancer ended.
Arrangements are be handled by the Golden Gate Mortuary Amarillo Texas
806-376-6022 [email protected]
A memorial service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, May 9, 2025 at the New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church (Amarillo, Texas) 3100 Angelus Drive Amarillo, TX 79107
This is a courtesy announcement made for the family by Hill's Mortuary, Inc.
