Mary “Honey” E. Walker, age 93 of Kenosha, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2014, at Parkside Manor.
Born in Boston, MA, on May 12, 1921; she was the daughter of the late Cyril G. and Eileen A. (Norton) Richards. Honey earned her bachelor degree from the University of Minnesota and was a member of Delta Delta Delta-Theta Chapter Alumnae.
On February 11, 1953, she married G. Thomas “Tom” Walker, Jr. They were blessed with raising six children and 22 years of marriage. Sadly, Tom preceded Honey in death on June 1, 1975.
Honey was a Medical Technologist for Kenosha Memorial Hospital for many years and then worked as a Bailiff for Judge Schroeder’s Court until her retirement.
A lifelong member of the Kenosha Yacht Club, Honey enjoyed sailing. Her faith was important to her and she was a member of St. Mark’s Catholic Church where she was active in the Christian Woman’s Club and a lifetime member of the choir. She also stayed busy enjoying knitting, sewing, upholstery, gardening and reading. Honey also loved dogs.
Honey is survived by her children, Margaret E. Blighton, Susan B. Walker, George T. (Claire) Walker III, Dr. Sarah L. (David) Pederson, Ed. D., William R. (Barb) Walker and Robert D. (Penny Stage) Walker along with 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Honey is further survived by her sister-in-laws, Virginia, Joanne and Mary Kay Richards and her brother-in-law, Dennis Buell.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was also preceded in death by her 3 brothers, John, Paul, and Charles Richards and her sister, Louise Buell.
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