Mary Wilson Walker
December 24, 1925 ~ September 14, 2014
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Mary Wilson Walker, 88, of Pop Walker Road, went home to be with the Lord, September 14, 2014.
Mrs. Walker "Nanny," was born in Asheville and lived in Candler most of her life. She was the daughter of the late C.T. and Gertrude Wilson. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 63 years, Fred "Pop" Walker, a daughter-in-law, Connie Greene Walker, and a grandson, David Allen "Festus" Walker.
She was an active member of Montmorenci United Methodist Church.
She was a graduate of UNC-G. She taught Home EC and English at area schools. But the role she cherished was being a mother and Nanny. She treasured spending time with her family and investing in her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren's lives. She was known to many as "Nanny!" Anyone who walked into her home left with a full belly and the love from Nanny.
Mrs. Walker loved the Lord and sharing his word. She loved knitting; many have wrapped their babies in a blanket knitted by her. She enjoyed playing bridge with her bridge buddies.
Left to cherish her memory and carry on her love of family are a son, David Walker, of Mills River; a daughter, Sandra Walker Holbrook, of Candler; grandsons: Scott Holbrook and wife Tobi, Dane Holbrook and wife Tonya, and Bo Walker; a granddaughter-in-law, Karen Walker Henson; five great-grandsons and one great-granddaughter; sisters, Evelyn Coggins and Betty Pressley; and many life long friends.
A funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Montmorenci United Methodist Church with the Rev. Henry C. "Hank" Thompson officiating. Burial will be at Pisgah View Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Tuesday, September 16 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave.
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Terry and I were deeply saddened to hear of Mary’s passing. She was a very talented and gifted lady and will be greatly missed. When my Mother was fighting for her life in the hospital Mary made a prayer shawl for her and brought it to her room. My Mother had the shawl wrapped around her when we received the news that no further treatment would be possible. It gave her comfort and is now a treasured family possession. Mary was so kind and loving to everyone she came in contact with and we were blessed to have known her. Our prayers are with the family.
Terry and I were deeply saddened to hear of Mary’s passing. She was a very talented and gifted lady and will be greatly missed. When my Mother was fighting for her life in the hospital Mary made a prayer shawl for her and brought it to her room. My Mother had the shawl wrapped around her when we received the news that no further treatment would be possible. It gave her comfort and is now a treasured family possession. Mary was so kind and loving to everyone she came in contact with and we were blessed to have known her. Our prayers are with the family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sorry for your loss. May God bless and give you peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sorry for your loss. May God bless and give you peace.
I was so sorry to hear of the death of our friend Mary Walker. She was an inspiration to all of us at Pisgah Wellness Center and we will miss her greatly.
I was so sorry to hear of the death of our friend Mary Walker. She was an inspiration to all of us at Pisgah Wellness Center and we will miss her greatly.
Sandra, our condolences to you and your family. We love you. Jane & Gene
Sandra, our condolences to you and your family. We love you. Jane & Gene
We are so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. My family will miss her greatly. I do believe that she taught all 3 of us plus our children. We will keep you in our prayers. May you find comfort in all your memories and know that she is with her lord.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of great loss. We will all remember Nanny for her love and kindness to my family. God bless all of you
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of great loss. We will all remember Nanny for her love and kindness to my family. God bless all of you
A beautiful tribute to a wonderful woman. Rest in peace Aunt Mary. May God bless those of us left behind and keep us in His arms until we are all reunited in in hers.
We at the Sand Hill Community Garden always looked forward to chatting with Mary when she would pick up our harvests and join us at our potlucks. We missed her this season and will always miss her, but with each new season and harvest will come our fond memories of Mary. We were very lucky to get to know her. Please accept our condolences.
We at the Sand Hill Community Garden always looked forward to chatting with Mary when she would pick up our harvests and join us at our potlucks. We missed her this season and will always miss her, but with each new season and harvest will come our fond memories of Mary. We were very lucky to get to know her. Please accept our condolences.
Evelyn,
We are saddened to learn of Mary’s passing. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your family.
Tom, Anita, Adam Long
Hannah, Joe, Samuel Harris
Evelyn,
We are saddened to learn of Mary’s passing. Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your family.
Tom, Anita, Adam Long
Hannah, Joe, Samuel Harris