Rex A. Walker, 76, of Shelbyville, passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024 at his residence.
Born April 24, 1948 in Henry County, Indiana, he was the son of Jesse Walker and Crystal (Hargrove) Walker. He married Sue (Wilson) Walker on August 23, 1997, and she survives.
Other survivors include 3 children- David Walker of Shelbyville, Diane Fussner (John) of Milroy, Rex Walker (Nickii) of Milroy; stepdaughter Julie Peck (Ty) of Shelbyville; 3 siblings- Marvin Walker (Peggy) of Greenfield, Mary Jones of Greenfield, Jane Carter of New Castle;
5 grandchildren- Justin Borneman, Taylor Walker, Derek Walker, Destiny Walker, Lily Peck; and 4 great grandchildren- Addy & Hudson Walker, Colton Seman, and KJ Walker.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Nancy Walker, brothers- in-law Delmore Jones, and Don Carter.
Mr. Walker had lived in this area for most of his lifetime, and attended Knightstown High School, and Beacon Baptist Church. He had been employed in construction/excavating with K & W Fueling of Rush County retiring in 2005 after 15 years of service. He had previously been employed with Truster Buildings for 30 years.
Rex enjoyed boating, fishing, and spending time on the Ohio River with his family. He loved listening to gospel music and was a huge Elvis fan. He loved taking his grandchildren for a day in the park, enjoyed feeding birds, and had a fascination with eagles.
Funeral services will be 12:00 noon on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, with Pastor Dwayne Russell officiating
Burial will be in Bennett Cemetery.
Friends may call on Wednesday morning from 10:00 am until the time of the service, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Shelby County Cancer Association, in care of the funeral home.
Online condolences may be shared at glennegeorgeandson.com.
