Eddie V. Walker, 70
Mr. Eddie V Walker was born on May 8, 1945 in Campbellsville to the late Vertrie Elizabeth (Walker) Milby. He departed this life on January 20, 2016 at his home in Campbellsville surrounded by his family and friends. He was 70 years, 8 months, and 12 days of age. Mr. Walker was the epitome of the All-American working man, professing faith in Christ and having a big-hearted love for his family. He earned his living as a carpenter, and was an extremely talented amateur archaeologist and rock hunter. He served his country honorably and was a veteran of the United States Army.
He was the father of: Malinda Lee Ambers and husband Chris, Pamela Ann Walker, Angela Marie Brown, and Donald Owen Walker, all of Campbellsville,
The grandfather of: Wade Allen Pike, Corey Jacob Pike, Kirsten Annabelle Ambers, Ansley Willow Catron, Dustin Spencer Carter, Dylan Jade Carter, William Owen Walker, Katlyn Ann Walker, and Devin Lee Pike,
The great-grandfather of: Isabella Marie Carter and Tristin Lee Carter,
A brother to: Donnie Milby, Larry Milby, and Diane Carter and husband Jerry, all of Campbellsville.
He is also survived by his former spouse, Vicki Johnson of Campbellsville, a close family friend and caretaker, Lee Affield of Campbellsville, his best four-legged friend, Chewy, and several other family members and friends.
Mr. Walker’s family will receive friends at the L.R. Petty Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1765 New Columbia Rd, Campbellsville, KY 42718, on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at 2:00 PM EST (1:00 PM CST) to share stories and memories of him.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Hosparus of Green River. Those may be made online at lrpetty.com or in person at the funeral home.
