Carolyn Sue Walker

October 20, 2017

Carolyn Sue Walker

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Carolyn Sue Walker
Of Des Moines, Iowa

Carolyn Walker, age 69, gained her wings on Friday, October 20, 2017 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 10, 1947 in Fontanelle, Iowa.

Carolyn lived a selfless life always concerned about others, she loved having a daycare where she always took in other kids in the neighborhood as her own. One of her favorite hobbies was painting and doing crafts which lead to her opening her own ceramic shop. Carolyn looked forward to the Iowa State Fair where she worked for 49 years. Throughout the years, she enjoyed collecting angels, cooking, gardening, camping, and traveling. Most importantly, she loved spending time with family, especially her children, grandchildren, and baby-greats. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish her memory include her loving husband of 55 years, Clarence; children, Clarence “Lee” Walker, Jr. (Kelli), Laurie (Brenton) Harmison, Ronnie Wells and Jerame Wilkins, Shawna Reinier (Corey), and Billie Jean (Stone); numerous grandchildren and baby-greats; brother, Tom Sater (Mary); and sister, Debbie West (Jim).

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Mable Sater; sisters, Kay Harris, Betty Thompson, Joy Pyle, and Kathy Ollin; brothers, Harold Sater and Jr. Sater; son-in-law, Terry Wells; granddaughter, Tommie Leigh; great-granddaughter, Elsa Rose; nephew, Chad Walker; dear cousin, Tammy Prebe; in-laws, Virgil and Loretta Walker; brothers-in-law, Bob Walker and Fred Harris; and niece Brenda Sater.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. Wednesday, October 25th, also at the funeral home. Following the service family will greet guests for fellowship and a meal at The Well Covenant Church on 2625 Hubble Ave. Inurnment will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in loving memory of Carolyn.

Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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