Richard "Dick" Walker
November 26, 2014
Richard “Dick” Walker, 86, passed away Wednesday, November 26, 2014, in Des Moines. Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, December 5, 2014 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street with visitation one hour prior to the service. His body has been cremated and a private burial service will be held at a later date. **Due to the road construction on SW 9th Street, the entrance to the funeral home is off of Fleur or SW 14th Street to Kenyon heading east**
Richard was born April 15, 1928 in Des Moines to Glenn and Rose Walker. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1946. He served in the United States Marine Corp. Richard enjoyed working in the photo department at Meredith Printing with his many friends, retiring after 40+ years. While there, he met and married Dorothy Denman and together they raised two boys on the south side of Des Moines.
Richard was a skilled and avid photographer and this was reflected in the many wonderful photos he captured during his lifetime. He also enjoyed woodworking, traveling, camping, nice cars, and re-doing anything anyone else did, so it would be done correctly.
His favorite activities included being with grandkids, throwing elaborate parties with friends, listening to music, dancing with his wife, and having lunch with his fellow retirees at Meredith. He also loved driving the school bus for Grace Baptist Church Vacation Bible School and mowing the church lawn.
Richard is survived by his two sons, Dennis and Doug (Michelle) Walker; two grandchildren, Adam (Tara) Walker and Stephanie (Mark Koontz); great-granddaughter, Rayne Alexandra Koontz; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Dorothy; his parents; and his brothers, Jack and Jim.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Baptist Church or the charity of your choice.
Lee Bird
12/04/2014
Dennis and Doug,
It goes without saying what your dad meant to me and my family. He was a good friend, neighbor and co-worker. We spent many great times together since the early 1950s. Fond memories will always remain with me; from cookouts to working on cars to sing-a-longs (remember the bouncing ball!) to company gatherings to sitting around and chatting to repairing anything broken at either of our houses! He was a true gentleman whose friendship I will always treasure.
You are both in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Jean & Ron Sharp
12/04/2014
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. It is never an easy time but we care about you and your family and our prayers are for you now.
Connie Thompson
12/04/2014
Sorry to hear about your dad and grandfather. He was such a nice man and I enjoyed talking to both your mom and dad on many occasions. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.
Mike Trier
12/04/2014
Doug
So sorry to learn of your dad's passing. I recall only too well the grief I experienced when my dad died. My wish for you is that memories of good times in the past will soon replace today's sorrow. I won't be attending the service but I will have you in my thoughts and prayers.
dale ingraham
12/03/2014
hi doug sorry to hear of your loss
Dee McCoy Davis
11/30/2014
I have such great memories of your dad and all the times we shared with your family. Your parents were a wonderful example to me as a child growing up in Des Moines. Thinking of you fondly Denny and Doug. I hope your good memories of your dad will encourage you in this difficult time. Love, Dee McCoy Davis
Bradley Peterson
11/29/2014
A gentleman I enjoyed visiting with over the years. My sympathy to Doug and Dennis losing their father.God bless you.