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Frederic William Walker
May 17, 1933 - November 15, 2014

Frederic William Walker

Frederic William Walker
May 17, 1933 - Nov 15, 2014

Frederic William Walker
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Frederic William Walker, age 81, of Ames, Iowa died November 15, 2014 at Mary Greeley Medical Center. A gathering of friends and family will take place from 5-7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 20 at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care, 414 Lincoln Way in Ames. A celebration of life memorial service will be at First United Methodist Church, 6th and Kellogg, at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 21. Burial will be at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Fred was born May 17, 1933, the son of William and Ruth Walker in Nevada, Iowa. He graduated from Ames High School in 1951 and earned a degree in Industrial Engineering from Iowa State University in 1955. He then attended Law School at University of Iowa. He was in Military Intelligence during the Korean Conflict and studied Chinese at the Army Language School. He married Darlene Marie Rezab in 1956.
Fred and Darlene lived in Ottumwa before transferring to Ames in 1965 with the Iowa Department of Transportation. Fred earned his Master's in Civil Engineering in 1976. He was the Traffic Safety Engineer before he retired in 1999. He was a member of Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity and the Golden K Kiwanis where he served as president in 2004-2005. As a member of Collegiate United Methodist Church, he was head usher for 14 years. He and Darlene have recently been attending First United Methodist Church. He enjoyed genealogy, collecting stamps and coins, and being active in his granddaughters' lives.
Fred is survived by his wife Darlene Walker of Ames, his children Mark (Terri) Walker of Tonka Bay, MN and their daughters Cary and Sarah (Joseph) Davis, Kelly (Glenn) Cerny of Canton, MI and their daughters Miranda and Tara, and Michael (Debbie) Walker of Bettendorf and their children Hanna and Katie and Daniel (Madelyn) Schaummann and Ryan Schaummann. Also survived by his brother John Craig (Zoya) Walker of Puyallup, WA, sister Nancy (Stein) Williams of Yakima, WA and brother-in-law Paul Josephson of Fort Collins, CO and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, infant son, sister Gail Josephson, and nephew Brian Williams.
Memorials may be directed to: Golden K Kiwanis or Mary Greeley Medical Center Foundation.
Online condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com

Paul Durham on Nov 23, 2014

Fred was a great person and fun to be around.I will remember him fondly.

Bob & Molly DuBois on Nov 21, 2014

CandleMark and Family - I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your father! He sounds like a remarkable person with whom you all have shared so many years with. Keep those fond memories close to the heart! Prayers go out to all of you!

Mark & Annie Smith on Nov 20, 2014

Thinking of you all. Sending much love and praying for comfort, peace and strength.

Ryan Family, Chanhassen, MN on Nov 20, 2014

Walker Family:
Our thoughts and prayers and with you. Sincere condolences.

Chris Kasner on Nov 19, 2014

Dear Walkers All,
Memories of the fun we had will carry through this time of sorrow. Condolences to all - you are in my thoughts often. Peace and Love to everyone.

Christiana L. Kasner (and Family - Juan, Elias, an on Nov 19, 2014

Darl, Mark, Kelley, and Mike (and families):

Please accept our most heartfelt condolences on the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all.

I have such fond memories of Fred (and you all) - his presence, and his humor, are unforgettable. He will live on in so many hearts and minds.

Our thoughts are with you all in this most difficult of times.

Gary & Jenny Paper on Nov 18, 2014

CandleMike, Katie and Family~ We are so very sorry for the loss of your Dad & Grandfather. He sounds like he was a wonderful man. We are keeping your family in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. Know that he lives on in each of you -- & helped create a wonderful family!! With deepest sympathy~ Gary & Jenny Paper and Family (Maddy too!)

Stacie on Nov 18, 2014

CandleMike and family,

Prayers for your family

Elaine Pearson on Nov 18, 2014

CandleDarlene and family,
I was so sad to hear of Fred's passing. I know he hasn't been well, and it's comforting to know, he is no longer in pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Mike on Nov 17, 2014

JoAnn Mazza Weston on Nov 17, 2014

CandleDear Darlene and family,
Sharing your sorrow and wishing you peace and comfort in the memories you hold dear. Love and prayers,

Betty Gordon on Nov 17, 2014

CandleDarlene and family,

My heartfelt sympathies to you all. I had dealings with Fred at the DOT; always so enjoyable to talk to and that never-ending smile lighting up the room.

My husband's service is the day before your visitation; we're walking in each other's shoes.

RIP FRED.

Charlotte & David Morrison on Nov 17, 2014

CandleOur thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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Nov
20
Thursday
Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care
414 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM


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Nov
21
Friday
First United Methodist Church
516 Kellogg Ave
Ames, Iowa 50010
1:00 PM


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