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Obituary For Elder Richard Walker Sr.

Farrell A homegoing celebration in honor of Elder Richard A. Walker Sr will be held Wednesday February 15, 2023 at 12pm at Greater Apostolic Faith Church, 3571 Tod Ave NW Warren, Ohio. Elder Richard A. Walker Sr. was called to his eternal rest February 9, 2023 at Jamison Memorial Hospital in New Castle Pa. after a short battle with illness. He was surrounded by his wife and namesake son. Richard was 64 years old. Richard was born February 23, 1958 in Warren, Ohio to Wiley Walker and Dorothy Richardson Walker. He was a 1977 graduate of the Warren Western Reserve high school where his name rung throughout the region as one of the local basketball greats. His giant stature standing 6foot 4inches and his electric skills on the court earned him a scholarship to Tennessee State University. Richard, although a talented athlete, ultimately lost his scholarship when he became involved with street life. Richard was never ashamed of his life because it became his testimony. He spent over 20 years addicted to drugs, but his life was a testimony of God‘s grace and delivering power which he would tell any and everyone who would listen. Richard reclaimed his commitment to God in 2004, at which time he met Evangelist Jacqueline Glenn who helped him gain his spiritual strength. That friendship eventually turned into a great love for each other. Richard and “Jacque” married June 5, 2005. From that time until the time Richard met his creator, he spent his days preaching and teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. Telling his testimony in church, but mostly on the street. Richard had a passion and love for street ministry. He also used his position as Residential counselor to witness to troubled and behaviorally challenged youth and young adults. “Walker” was elevated as an elder in the Church of God in Christ where he served under Superintendent Wilbert G. Hadden. He was appointed the Pastor of Outreach working with PDC (People Deliver through Christ). He also served with the Jurisdictional Evangelistic Department for the 1st Jurisdiction of Western Pennsylvania under Bishop James Miles Foster. Richard served faithfully for many years. Richard encountered many trials throughout his walk with Christ. Losing his Pastor and friend Elder Hadden being one of them. He eventually moved from Greater Mt Zion. He traveled and supported many ministries throughout that time, but eventually found a home at Greater Apostolic Faith under the leadership of Bishop James L. Tyson. Richard served his Bishop faithfully and was called to elevation as Assistant Pastor and served in that capacity until God called him home. Richard may have lost many things in life but one thing he never lost was his trust and faith in God. He will always be known for love for the Cleveland browns. He was a diehard fan. his anointed and powerful prayer life and his slogan “up with hope, down with dope. Crack kills, but Jesus heals!” Richard leaves the cherish his memory, his wife of 18 years Jacqueline Marie Walker; three children and two stepchildren, Preston Walker of Boise Idaho, Richard A. Walker II of Youngstown, Ohio, Robert G. S. Glenn of Farrell Pa, Rachel Alexis Moore (Charles )of Warren, Ohio, Kathleen Watkins of Farrell, PA. 12 grandchildren including his special baby, Taleah Marie Johnson, a.k.a. “Belle” who was his heart and best friend. A special aunt and uncle Alice Walker and Thomas Walker of Wheeling, West Virginia. A host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. And a special friend and client, John walker Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Wiley and Dorothy Walker; his sister and best-friend, Eleanor Jane “Mic” Walker-Davis and a son in law, Joel D. Watkins Jr. Richard soul has been made glad because he would always say “I’m living to see JESUS!” The family will receive friends Tuesday February 14,2023 from 5-7pm at Greater Mt.Zion COGIC 1825 Roemer Blvd. Farrell,Pa and on Wednesday, February 15, 2023 from 11-12pm at the Greater Apostolic Faith Church in Warren,Ohio. ~Lovingly submitted by the family of Elder Richard A. Walker Sr.

Guest Book

To my Dear uncle (the Bishop), he always had a word of encouragement, and willing to tell anybody about the Love of God! I appreciate the times and memories we shared. Forever Missed-But Never Forgotten. Our thoughts & Prayers are with Aunt Jackie, Little Rich, DA DA, Mamma Rachel. Love Nephew William and Family.

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I'm so very sorry for your loss. I knew Pastor Walker as my favorite customer @sheetz & fellow Browns🧡🤎 fan. We became friends. we would chat about our upcoming season or the crappy one we were having. We purchased a Landry#80 jersey for him. I wish we had more time. Keep watch up in heaven sir for our Browns, next year is our year. Happy heavenly 🎂 birthday tomorrow(23). RIP my friend💔 Sharon Mcgowan

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I'm very sorry for your loss. May the Lord bless and keep you and cause His face to shine upon you and give you peace. Ms. Gladys E. Kissinger & Family

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Praying for the family. Overseer Flora L. Newby

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I went to school with Richard. He will be missed. Richard is in Heaven now. May the Lord give you peace at this time. With Heartfelt Sympathy, Nina (Pearce) Scott & Roger

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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