Paul Ray Walker

Paul Ray Walker passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2016 after an extended illness. A celebration of his life will be held December 20 at 11 a.m. at Eastmont Baptist Church, 400 S. Kentucky, East Wenatchee, WA 98802. Paul was born to William Fred and Icy Mae (Bellamy) Walker on August 14, 1938 in Nashville, AR. He received his early education in Texarkana, AR moving to Wenatchee while in high school. Following graduation from Wenatchee High School, he worked as a carpenter. Paul married Movita Lois Smith on August 31, 1958 in Wenatchee. The couple moved to find work before resettling in Wenatchee in the early 1960's. Paul began working for the Chelan County PUD in 1962 and retired in 1993 as a supervisor. A skilled carpenter, Paul built several homes for his growing family and then began a construction company after retirement with his son, Aric. Known for his helpful and friendly attitude, Paul was often called upon to complete various projects for family, friends and his church. Serving others was his special joy. Paul served in the National Guard as a young family man. He loved music and began singing on the radio with his siblings while still in high school. He then led singing at church and did solo, ensemble and choir music for many years. Some of his favorite activities included playing with his grandchildren, eating good food and telling his many humorous stories. He enjoyed growing things and over the years raised pigs, chickens and cows, including a milk cow. He cultivated a large family garden including less common crops like peanuts, quince and artichokes. He raised peaches and apricots to sell and eat. Peaches were his favorite. Paul is survived by 2 sisters, Barbara White of Bay Springs, MS and Freida Smith of East Wenatchee, WA; 6 children, Crystal Migliore, Bruce Walker, Paul Alan Walker, Bill Walker, Heather Crail and Aric Walker; and 8 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Icy Mae, 3 infant sisters, 3 brothers; and his wife of 54 years, Movita, on April 13, 2013. Paul's later years were made difficult by the effects of Alzheimer's disease which eventually took his life. Memorial gifts to the Alzheimer's Association (alz.org) for research to conquer this disease would be appreciated. You are invited to view his online guestbook at www.HeritageMemorialChapel.com . Arrangements are in the care of Heritage Memorial Chapel, East Wenatchee.

Paul Ray Walker

August 14, 1938 - December 7, 2016