Peggy E Walker

WALKER ~ Peggy Walker was born to Minnie Lee Gaston June 07, 1935 in Jacksonville Florida and raised by her loving parents, the late James and Melissa Brown.  Having lived in New York, New York and Jacksonville, Florida, Peggy gave her life to the Lord and was a member of Saint Matthew Baptist Church.  She attended and received her diploma from the Duval County Public School system in Jacksonville. 

Those who knew her were affected by her nurturing and caring spirit.  She was able to express a passion for serving and kindness through helping people throughout her career at Memorial Hospital.  After retirement, Peggy enjoyed relaxing by completing crossword puzzles and coloring books.  She still made a point of being a caretaker to her friends and family by lending a helping hand through the art of cooking delicious hearty meals.  Peggy always greeted and encouraged others with a meaningful word and effervescent smile. 

As the mother of four young men, she embodied and instilled unconditional love, undeniable strength and resilience.  Her legacy of compassion, loyalty, excellence, and perseverance is evident in her children, grandchildren, and will remain for future generations. She leaves to cherish her memory sons, Lanny Tippins, Foster Brown, Michael Walker, Patrick Walker; thirteen grandchildren including Patrick Walker II and Jarett Walker; fourteen great and great-great grandchildren; sister, Wilma Jean Kirland; devoted cousins, Dan Holmes and Brenda; other extended family and friends.

Celebration of Life Service for Mrs. Peggy E. Walker will be 11:00 AM, Friday, January 24, 2020 at St. Matthew Baptist Church, 3811 Moncrief Road, Reverend George Price, Pastor. Family and friends will be received Thursday at The Soutel Chapel from 5 – 7 PM.  Because of the love of her family arrangements entrusted to J. E. Fralin & Sons Funeral & Cremation Services, 5065 Soutel Drive, 904.924.9400

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