Robert D. Walker's Obituary
Robert D. Walker, 59, of Decatur passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2014 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Robert was born on November 9, 1954 in Decatur, IL the son of Charles L. and Lucille Evelyn (Cole) Walker. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Marines and Navy. He was a member of GT Church and was working at Country Inn & Suites. He enjoyed ball games, dancing, and anything to do with his grandchildren.
Surviving are his daughters, Shayla Clifton (Bruce) of Maroa; and Shannon Buck (Marty) of Decatur; brothers, Roger Walker (Sandy) of Troy; Billy Walker (Cindy) of Decatur; 5 grandchildren: Austin, Haley, Gavin, Lexis, and Zachary, and 2 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and 3 brothers: David, Tommy, and Johnny Walker.
Services to celebrate Robert’s life will be 1 PM Tuesday, January 7, 2014 in Moran & Goebel Funeral Home. Visitation will be 5-7 PM Monday in the funeral home. Burial will be in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Moweaqua. Memorials are suggested to the family.
The family of Robert D. Walker is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services honored provider of Veterans Funeral Care, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur, IL. View the on line obituary and send condolences to the family at www.moranandgoebel.com.
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