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Obituary For Elijah L. Walker
On Saturday, May 25, 2024, Elijah Walker, 67, of Katheren St., Martinsville transitioned from this earthly life to eternal life at his residence. He was born February 9, 1957, in Martinsville, VA to the late David L. Walker, and Mary Moore Walker.
In addition to his parents, Elijah was preceded in death by two brothers, Benjamin Moore, and Rufus Walker, and two nephews, Marcus Walker, and Tony Hairston.
Elijah was a graduate of Martinsville High School class of 1974. He went on to further his education by attending Shaw University in Raleigh, NC where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education. Elijah taught school at Albert Harris Elementary School, and at Ferrum College. He later retired from Southern Finishing.
Those left to cherish his memory includes: two sisters, Patricia Pritchett, and Augusta Piggott both of Martinsville, VA; one brother, David Walker two nephews, Tony Pritchett, and Willie Pritchett both of Martinsville, VA; four nieces, Robin Pritchett, Amelia Niblett, Meka Holland, and Ruth Walker all of Martinsville, VA; several grand nieces, grand nephews, other relatives, and friends.
A visitation service will be held on Friday, May 31, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. with the funeral service at 12 noon at the C.R.V. Memorial Chapel at Hairston Funeral Home, 301 Fayette St., Martinsville, VA with Elder Lavarra Hagwood, Eulogist. Interment will be private. A public viewing will be held Thursday, May 30, 2024, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Hairston Funeral Home.
Other times, the family will receive friends at the residence, 848 Katheren St., Martinsville, VA. Live streaming available at Hairston Funeral Home live via Facebook.
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Always remembering the fun that you created when we worked at Bassett Furniture. Like the PLG CLUB, you are gone but will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, LIJAH...
SHARING IN THE TRANSITION OF ELIJAH L. WALKER. LOVE, SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS ARE EXTENDED TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. MY HEALTH WON'T ALLOW ME TO BE PRESENT AT THE SERVICE, BUT TIM AND I SEND OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS. MARGUERITE AND TIM
May God bless and comfort you during this season of grief. Elijah will be missed. Peter and Willie Mae Harris
So sorry for your loss! Sending prayers!
To the family of Elijah Walker I would like to send condolences and prayers to each of you. Elijah was an awesome young man and was always willing to be a protector of his friends. Elijah I will definitely miss you on this side but I know you are at peace now with no more pain!! I send you much love, tell my Mom hello! Sharon Smith Wooden - Class of 1975 MHS
Rest in peace my friend Elijah
On behalf of the Martinsville High School Class of 1975, I extend our heartfelt condolences. Our classmate, Elijah was always full of fun and laughter. He will surely be missed. We plan to light a candle in his memory at our 50th Year Class Reunion next year. We are praying God will continue to grant comfort and peace to you during this time of sorrow. Birdie Hairston Jamison, President of the MAVAHI Class of 1975
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Saddened about the transition 💔 of my long time fun loving friend 👍 always had great laughing conversations😊 sadness that we willn't conversate on this earthly path anymore 😥 Condolences, Prayers and Love to Entire Family and Friends 🌹 (Richetta A."Richy"♥️ Hairston/Bassett Va)
Prayers and Condolences to the Family.Natalie Wilson and Family
Alonzo Jackson and I would like to extend our sincere condolence to the family,praying that God will give you strength and peace in this time of your loss.
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