Larry Lee Walker, 83, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 22, 2018, at The Addison of Pleasant Prairie. Born in Todd County, MN, on January 26, 1935, he was the son of the late Leo and Wilma (Campbell) Walker. He went on to graduate from the Wahpeton State School of Science for commercial refrigeration and heating. On August 12, 1955, he married Janis Graham in Wadena, MN. They moved to the Kenosha area in August of 2015. Larry owned and operated Graham Refrigeration until his retirement in 1991. He also worked as a private contractor for Red Owl Stores and was key in installing new stores and remodeling. He successfully developed many new products for which he held patents. In his earlier years, Larry was a member of the Full Gospel Business Men, hosting many dinners at his home. Larry’s favorite thing to do was going to his lake home in MN to relax; although he rarely sat still. He and Jan traveled the world with their friends, often times taking three trips a year. Survivors include his loving wife, Jan; six children, Dr. Jon Scott (Lynn) Walker of Jacksonville, FL, Dr. Thomas Alan (Mary) Walker of Boulder, CO, Dr. David Ray (Hirae) Walker of Gurnee, IL, Dr. Daniel Jay (Sara) Walker of Antioch, IL, Julie Lynn (Bob) Walker-Wright of Woodbury, MN, and Suzann Marie (Bill) Hammel of Kenosha; 11 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Sandra (Ray) South and Josephine (Thomas) Fern, both of MN; a sister-in-law, Verlene (Art) Reif of CA; and two brothers-in-law, Gary (Marion) Graham of MN, and Tim (Pam) Graham of SD. He is further survived by other special family and friends. He was preceded in death by three sisters; Phyllis Branstner, Beverly Booen, and Glenice Buschke. Visitation will take place on Friday, December 28th, at Proko Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Journey Church or Christian Life School would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Larry’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
mary
December 28, 2018
Tom, deepest sympathy with the loss of your father. Mary Schwartz- Lunzer
Robert Peters
December 28, 2018
A great patriarch of a wonderful family. Growing up near the Walkers was a privilege. Rest in Peace, Mr. Walker.
Helen Allee
December 26, 2018
Janis, So sorry to hear about Larry, I always enjoyed visiting with you and Larry at The Uptown . You were both such pleasant people to visit with. I still remember how you guys used to bring me a cookie tray for Christmas. God bless you and your family at this time. Helen
Kathryn Buker
December 23, 2018
Deepest sympathy to uncle Larry's family. Larry was a great guy who was fun to talk to on the times I saw him be it at the Mayo Clinic, cafe in wadena or the last time I saw him & Janis at my parents Ken & Bev Booen's funeral. Hugs to your family.
Sandy & Ray South
December 23, 2018
I send our deepest sympathy to you Janis, and your wonderful children. Just think, Larry is sitting with our wonderful Savior Jesus Christmas. He has no more pain, or confusion. God Bless you all, and my prayers are with you all during this tough time. Love to you all.
Jodie & Ron Blak
December 22, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to Janis and the Walker family. We have shared many great memories through the years traveling with Larry and Janis. Larry will be truly missed.Jodie & Ron Black