David C. Walker

David C. Walker of Caro, formerly of Vassar, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. David was born September 1, 1940 in Boone County, West Virginia, the son of the late Ben and Lura (Ferrell) Walker. He proudly served his country with the U.S. Army during the Korea/Vietnam eras. Upon his return, he was united in marriage with the former Barbara Bishop on October 24, 1964 in Flint. David was a traveling salesman working for Allied Accessories and American Standard. He was a past member of the Vassar Lions Club and a current volunteer of the Caro Lions Club. David adored his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and loved golf. In his younger years, he enjoyed fishing, hunting and working on cars. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of fifty-five years, Barbara Walker of Caro; two daughters, Kerri Walker and Tony Szcygiel of Caro, Traci & Todd Nelson of Vassar; twelve grandchildren, Benjamin Tenney, Philip & Melissa Szcygiel, David & Nicole Tenney, Kristin Walker and Scott Glenn, Nicolette & Jason Scheffler, Zachary Nelson, Zachary David, Emilee Nelson, Annalise Nelson, Matthew Peplinski, Anthony Walker; nine great-grandchildren, Kario, David, Colton, Nathaniel, Claire, Charlotte, Layla, Maddison, Hunter; brother, Thomas & Lynn Walker; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Deputy Ben Ray Walker. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, January 27, 2020 at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro with Rev. Michele Hile officiating. Military honors will follow under the auspices of the U.S. Army and the Caro American Legion Post #7. In keeping with David's wishes, cremation will follow the service. The family will be present to receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. and Monday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 12:00 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to Prader/Willi Syndrome Association USA (link PWSA.USA.ORG) or the Caro Lions Club. Visitation Information Date: Sunday, January 26, 2020 Time: 1:00 pm End Time: 6:00 pm Ransford Collon Funeral Home Address: 989-673-2175 | Map The family will be present to receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. and Monday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 12:00 p.m. Service Information Date: Monday, January 27, 2020 Time: 12:00 pm Ransford Collon Funeral Home Address: 989-673-2175 | Map Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, January 27, 2020 at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro with Rev. Michele Hile officiating.