Ronnie Stephen Walker, age 70, of Smithville, passed away Tuesday morning February 15, 2022 at his daughter's residence. 

He was born May 2, 1951 to his parents, the late Cecil and Maggie Green Walker.  In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Gail Walker; brothers,J.B. Walker, Cordell Walker, Chuck Walker, Dwight Walker, Jerry Walker; sisters, Faye Griffin, Lera Arnold, Shirley Cook and infant sister, Melbie Walker. 

He was a long-time nurseryman.

Survivors include children,  Penny Walker (Anthony) Cantrell, Scott (Misty) Walker, Shane (Michelle) Walker, Samuel Walker all of Smithville, Marieta (Jacob) Steele of Manchester; Grandchildren: Stephen (Vickey) Barrett, Bradley (Katie) Barrett, Hannah Walker, Isaac Walker, Stacey Wood, Kelley (Brandon) Chapman, Jordan Domanik Ferrell, Kennady Steele, Maddox Steele, Everleigh Steele, Olivia Fields, Ethan Winchester, Levi Walker; seven Great-Grandchildren; Brother: Doug Walker; Sister-in-law: Patty Walker; several nieces and nephews also survive.   

Funeral service for Mr. Walker was held Friday, February 18, 2022 with Bros. Michael Hale and Dwayne Cornelius officiating. 

The family asks that donations be made to the American Cancer Society or to St. Jude's Childrens Hospital, in memory of Ronnie. 

DeKalb Funeral Chapel, Smithville, was in charge of the arrangement

Smithville Review

(Smithville, Tenn.)

Feb. 23, 2022