Ronda Pauline Walker-Zepeda
January 31, 2022
Ronda Pauline Walker-Zepeda, 59, passed away on January 31, 2022. She was born in Des Moines on January 31, 1963, daughter of Robert and Sherin (Johnson) Walker.
Ronda was an avid Saints fan and she loved coaching softball. She never missed an opportunity to cheer on her children and grandchildren at their sporting events and numerous activities – they were the apple of her eye and brought her so much joy throughout her life. Ronda treasured every individual relationship she built with each of her children as they were special and unique in their own way. She touched so many lives and her legacy will live on through every person who was blessed to have known her.
Ronda is survived by her children; Jessica (Ross) Guenther, Tigre (Matt) Leichliter, TyAnn (Brady) Ellis, Corey (Cierra) Walker-Zepeda, Tory Walker-Zepeda and Chad Walker-Zepeda; grandchildren, Chloe Zepeda Guenther, Aydan Guenther, Allie Guenther, Taren Leichliter, Keaton Walker, Cienna Walker, Casen Ellis and Brynley Jo Ellis; mother Sherin Walker; brother, Bobby Walker; aunt, Wanda Jones; uncle, Clement (Carolyn) Johnson and many nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and special friends. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Timothy Zepeda; father, Robert Walker; brother, Chad Alan Walker and her grandmother Goldie Alexander.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, February 4, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery, 1 NE 60th Ave., Des Moines. Visitation will be on Thursday, February 3, from 5:00-8:00 p.m., at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.
Tigre
04/17/2022
Well its our first Easter without you..still doesnt seem real. The amount of strength you had all these years to hold up and raise 6 kids. WOW. Im so proud of you mom. I hope you are here with us at my house surrounded by our family talking about our good times we had with you. Love you and miss you so so much.
Xoxo
Tigre
Devin Walker
02/27/2022
Aunt Ronda there hasnt been a day thats gone by where I havent thought about you!! You were always the one I called when I just needed to vent or just have some fun with someone!! I miss the lil trips we use to make around town or the random text messages you use to send me :/ none of it feels real or the same!! Until we meet again ❤ I love you so much!!
TyAnn Ellis
02/17/2022
This woman was my everything. We did it all together. Shopping, cleaning, pampering ourselves, taking trips, taking care of kids and elders... you name it, we did it. She was always there for me with every surgery, sickness or if I was "overwhelmed" with life.. and man, sure loved her grand babies! I have missed you since you left us. I Think about you every minute and so wish to hear your voice one more time. I know you and Timmy are happy to finally be together again. Rest easy momma, till we meet again ❤ your baby girl
Lila Stafford
02/09/2022
Ronda was so much more than a housekeeper to meshe was a dear friend. When she would clean we each played therapist for each other..bitchin about life. Lol. That woman had a heart of gold and loved her children and everyone elses children more than life itself.
You all have that little spark of Ronda, her spirit, inside of you. Honor that and carry on her good will. She will be greatly missed!
Love, Lila
Marissa(Missy)
02/04/2022
Nana, you supported me with every crazy thing Ive ever done.. Ill miss your laugh and hugs.. you always told me the sky is the limit.. please watch over us.. and know youre missed by so many ❤
jim johnson
02/04/2022
I'm almost certain it was Ronda who appeared from the woods near the bike trail east of Mullets as if by magic after a dog took a chunk from my arm She saw the whole affair, offered herself up as a witness and tended to my wounds, explaining she'd raised kids and wasn't shy around wounded people. With her testimony, we identified the owner who affirmed the dog's had it's shots, told the cops and avoided having Rabies vaccine, itself an unpleasant experience. Regret not telling her of my happy outcome but passing it on to you as part of her history. Said she's just looking for mushrooms, didn't find any but did find wild asparagus instead. Thank you Ronda, I'm guessing we'll meet again.
Tigre
02/03/2022
Mommy- you were the best mom you could be. You taught me how to love, be independent and live life to its fullest. Always be kind. This one was hard for my family. Taren will cherish every moment he had with you. Please watch over us mom.
Love you always and forever
Amy LaFave (Loftus)
02/03/2022
Your loving and caring for all spirit will live forever in our memories. I am thankful to have created many years worth with you. Family was your top priority and practically everyone was family to you. We will miss your physical presence but you will forever live in our hearts.
Gina
02/03/2022
I will always remember you in the living room with Tigre when she was a baby dancing and singing to girls just wanna have fun!
I hope you knew how special you were to me! I am so glad we reconnected
I love you!
Chantel
02/03/2022
I'm so sorry I can't be there to pay my respects. You're a very special person and have always made me feel welcome! I will cherish our memories and I hope you had the best bday party when you arrived home in Heaven Love you always
Joe and Tonya Battin and family
02/03/2022
It seemed like yesterday that you and Tim were coaching Nikki on the Looney Tunes.
You definitely will be missed.
Our prayers are with your family and friends
God bless
Debbie
02/02/2022
My dear friend. You will be missed dearly. I will always treasure the travels and fun times we had together. My prayers are with all your family. RIP. Until we meet again. Love you!
Darlene Nair
02/02/2022
Oh my dear friend and neighbor how I will miss you! Your bright smile, laugh, and warm heart always there for me. Happy you are again with Tim! R.i.P. until we meet again❤
Nicky
02/02/2022
I'll miss you so very much. Just wish I could get one more hug. Thanks for being you ❤. Love you , forever.
Matthew Gourd
02/02/2022
You will be truly missed. I love you!