December 30, 1942 – October 27, 2025
James Richard Walker (Dickie), 82, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend passed away on Monday, October 27, 2025. He was born on December 30, 1942 to William Moses Walker and Lois Gladys Brassell in Lee County, Alabama.
James was a devoted husband to the love of his life for 56 years, his wife, Alice Jenkins Walker and a loving father to his three daughters, Kimila Motley, Amy Coulter (Robert), and Jill Weldon (Eric). Dickie was a proud and loving grandfather to Chase Eastridge, Clay Brewer, Jade Motley, Jensen Motley, Cole Coulter and Lexie Coulter. He was also a great-grandfather to Isabella Johnson and Annaleigh Eastridge. He is survived by many loving sister-in-laws and nieces and nephews.
Dickie was preceded in death by siblings, William Walker, Willodean Carrol, and Peggy Butler.
A hard working and devoted man Dickie built a career that span 38 years at Bell South before his retirement. He was respected by his colleagues for his dedication, dependability, and extensive knowledge of his job.
Dickie left a legacy of unconditional love and kindness. His calm and forgiving nature served as a constant example to his friends and family. A man who was quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to anger, he lived out the spirit of James 1:19 in his daily life. It was in these quiet moments that his immense love for his family and his simple passions like grilling, watching Nascar racing and the Alabama Crimson Tide Football, and taking yearly family trips to the beach shone brightest.
The family will hold a celebration of life on Saturday, November 01, 2025 at Frederick-Dean Funeral Home, where friends and love ones are invited to honor his memory. Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. in the parlor with a Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel. Interment will follow at Garden Hills Cemetery.
James (Dickie) Walker’s legacy of love, faith, and resilience will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him. He will be deeply missed, but his spirit will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.
Frederick-Dean Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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