Jerdean "Jerry" Walker, 85, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 while at Rutherford Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving and devoted family.

He was born in Rutherford County to the late Buck Walker and Elmer Atkins Walker. He is also predeceased by his spouse, Linda Walker; son, Richard Walker; brothers, Coy Walker and Alvin Walker.

Left to cherish his memory are his his son, Scott Walker; daughters, Tammy Johnson (Dustin) and Melinda Brown (Jimmy); grandchildren, Shala Walker (Jesse), Brandon Gowan (Daniela) Tony Brown, Richard Brown (Rachel), Madison Walker and Stacy Spencer; great-grandchildren, Bryson Conner, Jace Gowan, Lela Ann Brown and Waylon Brown; brother, Larry Walker; sister, Linda Terry; daughter-in-law, Tanya Shehan (Rex).

Jerry had a strong love for cars and lawnmowers (anything with an engine). He loved to tinker and build things. He spent lots of time in his shop doing the things he loved. Jerry built utility buildings and did auto body repair. He spent lots of time building with his hands. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Jerry was full of spunk and had a larger than life personality. He will forever remain in our hearts.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Robert Morgan - Rutherford Chapel, 124 Fair Hope Street, Forest City, NC 28043. Visitation will be held 2 hours prior to the service. Interment will be held immediately following the service at Rutherford County Memorial Cemetery.

Robert Morgan Funeral and Cremation Services, LLC is honored to serve the Walker Family. Memorial tributes may be made at www.rsmorganfsl.com.