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“We extend our deepest sympathy to Shirley and all the family. We will miss Ralph, who was a dear friend. Sincerely, Albert Salem & Associates ”
1 of 20 | Posted by: Albert Salem Jr. - Tampa, FL

“Mrs. Walker and your family your husband was cared for by me and as soon as I walked into Mr. and Mrs. Walker's life they became like family to me...Read More »
2 of 20 | Posted by: Nicole Donaghy - Tampa, FL

“So sorry for the loss of a great man! ”
3 of 20 | Posted by: Stephen Dickey - Jacksonville, FL

“Shirley and family I am so sorry for your loss. Ralph will be missed by the entire family. Wish I could tell you in person, but know you are in our...Read More »
4 of 20 | Posted by: Heather Punch - Claremont, NC

“So many years ago I was introduced to the Walker Family and truly I have learned so much between my Sweet In Laws The Taylors and The Walkers. They...Read More »
5 of 20 | Posted by: Pam Taylor - Tampa, FL - Friend

“So sorry for your loss of such a special part of your family. My prayers and love are with you all. God Bless, Pat Ridgway ”
6 of 20 | Posted by: Pat Ridgway - Charlotte, NC

“Ralph was a great American and Christian. He will be missed. ”
7 of 20 | Posted by: Jimmy Fischer - Tampa, FL

“Our heart felt sympathy and condolences to Shirley, Ralph Jr, Barbara, and families. I know that their faith will get them through their tremendous...Read More »
8 of 20 | Posted by: Bob and Krista Manley - Lutz, FL

“With our deepest sympathy to Shirley and all of Ralph's family. George and Mary Solar.. ”
9 of 20 | Posted by: George & Mary Solar - Tampa, FL

“We love you Shirley, Ralph Jr, Paula, Barbara, Dave, Michael, Christie, Carrie Ann, Micah, Amanda, Adam, Amy, Luis,Bonny, Joe, My favorite Caroline,...Read More »
10 of 20 | Posted by: Rusty and Megan Greene family - NC

“Our condolences to the entire family. He was a great man. ”
11 of 20 | Posted by: Jeffrey L Smith - Haymarket , VA

“Uncle Ralph will be missed here in MN. He was a great man and Heaven is truly blessed to have him home. ”
12 of 20 | Posted by: Cissy& Rod Rayburn - Hamel, MN

“Norma Jean and I just learned of Ralph's passing. He was very encouraging to me whenever we were together and especially in the last several months...Read More »
13 of 20 | Posted by: Ken & Norma Jean Weliever - MO

“It breaks my heart to be out of town and unable to join you all in remembrance and celebration of Ralph's life. I could really use one of his hugs...Read More »
14 of 20 | Posted by: Deborah Need - Seffner, FL

“Every congregation has that one person who is the first to greet a visitor and present the warmest face the Lord's people can; Bro. Walker was that...Read More »
15 of 20 | Posted by: Gary Wells - Bellevue, NE

“i will always remember Bro Walker as a godly man and a friend to all-he will be missed so much and especially by his Church family.My love goes out...Read More »
16 of 20 | Posted by: Wanda Calhoun - Tampa, FL

“We are so sorry for your loss and happy for Ralph Seniors gain. May the Lord sustain you all during this time of mourning and rejoicing. ”
17 of 20 | Posted by: Scott, Melissa & Liam Saario - NC

“The Body of Christ has lost a wonderful servant and shepherd. My memories of Uncle Ralph will always be that "he had the spirit of Christ". His...Read More »
18 of 20 | Posted by: Terry & Jeannie Siverd - Warren, OH

“I am so sorry for your family's loss. Heaven's gain will continue to be a "living blessing" to your family and God's family. God bless you all. ...Read More »
19 of 20 | Posted by: Tommy Poarch - Concord, NC

“Ralph was one of the most loving, kind and generous Godly servant I have ever known. My prayers go out to the family for the comfort and peace only...Read More »
20 of 20 | Posted by: Doug Hoffman - Abita Springs, LA


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WALKER, Ralph R. Sr. 81 of Tampa passed away on July 26th, 2012. Ralph was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He served
his country proudly for 4 years in the United States Navy. He was owner & operator of Tropical Sheet Metal and was the first Certified Licensed sheet metal contractor in Hillsborough County. He served as a Shepherd with the Henderson Blvd. Church of Christ. He is predeceased by his parents, William and Pearl Walker & his brother, William E. Walker. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Shirley Walker; his son: Ralph R Walker Jr. and his wife Paula of Tampa, FL.; daughter: Barbara Crane and her husband Dave of Tampa, FL; grandson: Michael Crane and his wife Christie of Hoover, AL.; granddaughters: Carrie Ann Moseley & her husband Micah, of Gold Hill, NC., Amanda Olson & her husband Adam of Tampa, FL, Amy Galeano & her husband Luis, of Tampa, FL.,Bonny Cable & her husband Joe of Tampa, FL; great grandchildren: Caroline, Claire & Canon Moseley, Landon, Mallory & Ellen Crane, Walker, Jennings, Palmer & Harper Olson, Brock Galeano, & Jack Cable. There will be a visitation on Sunday 7/29/2012 at 3402 Henderson Blvd. The visitation will be from 2:30- 3:30PM
and the service will be at 3:30 PM. Ralph will be laid to rest at the Garden of Memories Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at brewerfuneral.com. Brewer & Sons Funeral Home S. Tampa 813-835-4991

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