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Phillip Walker Sr.

August 08, 1944 - February 27, 2026

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Obituary For Phillip Walker Sr.

On Friday February 27, 2026, Mr. Phillip Walker, Sr., a loving husband, devoted father, grandfather and cherished friend, departed this life at VCU Medical Hospital in Richmond, Virginia. Phillip was born August 8, 1944 to Arthur Walker and Eloise Booker Walker. He was born and raised in Farmville, Virginia and received his education through the Prince Edward County Public School System.

Phillip was known for his jolly spirit, warm smile, and kind heart that could brighten any room he entered. His laughter was contagious, and his presence brought comfort and joy to everyone blessed to know him. He took great pride in his family and lived each day with a heart full of love and gratitude. A man of integrity, humor, and generosity, Phillip was more than a husband and father—he was the foundation of his family, always ready with a word of encouragement or to lift others’ spirits. Not too many people knew he was a Washington Redskin/Commanders fan, which we won’t hold it against him. He was famous for his sweet potato pies and had a talent for buffing floor so smooth that you better hold on to something before you slipped. Sometimes they were so shiny, you could see your future in them. “Whatever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might….”(Ecclesiastes 9:10). He especially loved his nieces, greeting them with his signature saying “Hey Baby!” We not excluding the nephews, but we just didn’t hear a signature word in reference to you all, but love telling each of us “I love
you more!” “By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”(John 13:35).

Phillip was joined in Holy Matrimony to Nancy Carol Jackson on December 19, 1964. The union was blessed with five children. He was employed by the Prince Edward County Public School System, where he retired after 29 years as the maintenance technician.

Phillip was preceded in death by: his parents, Arthur and Eloise Walker; his sister, Marian Walker; his brothers, Joe Walker and Samuel Walker; and his grandson, Aneal Walker.

He leaves to cherish his memory: his loving wife of 61 years, Nancy Walker; children, Phillip Jr.(Dana) of Keysville, VA; Tracy of Prospect, VA; Tosha Smith (Andre) of Baltimore, MD; Shawn (Pamela) of Richmond, VA; Anthony of Prospect, VA; eleven grandchildren, Tervell, Octavia, Octavius, Le’Tierra, Anthony Jr., Kendra, NaTasha, Cadejah, Fatima, Tamia, and Ahmad; ten-great grandchildren, Kuhvell, Jayce, Kha’Nyla, Omari, Tervell, Melanie, Cai’meir, Onyx, Kori, and Daniel Jr.; two brothers, Arthur Walker of Washington D.C, and Jerome Walker (Lisa) Oxon Hill, MD; two sisters-in-law, Darlene Walker, and Shirley Brown (Walter); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. He will be greatly missed.

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Services

7 Mar

Visitation

02:00 PM - 06:00 PM

Bland-Reid Funeral Home 413 Griffin Boulevard Farmville, VA 23901 Get Directions »
9 Mar

Funeral Service

12:00 PM

St Andrews Baptist Church Cullen, VA Get Directions »
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    Josette Crawley sent The Peace Lily for Phillip Walker Sr. - March 06, 2026

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  • March 09, 2026

    Uncle Phillip, you will be truly missed. You have always been such an amazing uncle and protector of us all. Your love, kindness, and strength will forever be with us. May you rest in peace.

  • March 08, 2026

    Nancy Carol, Man,Tracy, She-She, Shawn and Anthony ❤️ We LOVE YALL! Travis and Dorothea sending our condolences to the ENTIRE family! I will forever be GRATEFUL on how you all considered me family growing up and when you met my husband....he was treated just the same. Thank YOU! Phillip was a JOY to be around and there was NO DOUBT he loved his FAMILY! He was ALWAYS....ALWAYS JOYFUL and could make you smile even when you didn't want to. 🙂 Praying GOD will continue to strengthen you all for such a time as this! Cherish the MEMORIES ❤️❤️. STAY STRONG & KIDS....CONTINUE to TAKE care of Nancy Carol. Love y'all!! TRUST GOD!!!! ❤️❤️🙏🏾 Dorothea & Travis Johnson Clarksville, Tn of

  • March 07, 2026

    Phillip,(Old Man❤️), Papa We miss you so much. We did not want you to suffer, yet letting you go still causes us pain. We know that you are resting peacefully now. We will miss your laughter and your spirit. Rest our dear father and grandfather. Until we meet again! Phillip Jr., Dana Octavia, Octavius and Kendra

  • March 07, 2026

    We pray comfort and strength for the Walker family during this difficult time. Shawn, we love you and know this type of loss well. God will provide peace in this valley and your strength will be renewed. Be encouraged brother. Andrea and Byron Milhouse

  • March 06, 2026

    To:Nancy Carol and family, sorry to hear about the passing of Phillip. May God keep you and your family in his prayers forever with deepest sympathy Bird,Bean and Shonnie (THE QUARLES) Richmond,VA.

  • March 06, 2026

    To the Walker family, Words cannot express the feeling I felt when I read about the passing of a man that cannot be replaced. May the comfort of Jesus Christ keep you guys as you go through the shadows of death and the pain of your loss of such a beautiful soul. Keep your head high and remember that God does all things well. Love you guys Alonzo Streat .

  • March 05, 2026

  • March 05, 2026

    Phillip,Dana and the rest of the Walker family,you have my prayers and condolences on the loss of your loved one. My sister speaks highly of Mr. Walker and remembers fondly the many evenings he escorted her to her vehicle as she was late leaving the high school. Losing a loved one is never easy but I pray God grants you the strength you need as you adjust to his transition. And may He continue to cover you with His grace and mercy. Take comfort in your memories of him. 🕊️🕊️🕊️

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