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A Soldier ’ s Promise

F RIDAY , M ARCH 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM G OLDEN G ATE F UNERAL H OME 4155 S. R. L. Thornton Frwy. | Dallas, TX 75224 O FFICIATING M INISTER : P ASTOR W ALTER J OHNSON J R .

Do not let your hearts be troubled, For I have only gone ahead. Though you cannot see me standing there, I walk beside you still instead. I carried many battles in life, But love was always my greatest fight — To guide you, guard you, raise you strong, And keep you safe both day and night. I wore the uniform with honor, Served my country proud and true, But my greatest title in this life Was simply being Dad to you. When Sundays came with football on And music from the old days played, Those simple moments shared with you Were the richest memories we made. Do not remember me in sorrow, Nor think that I am far away. For in your hearts and in your laughter, My spirit lives with you each day. And when your road feels hard to travel And tears begin to fall again, Just close your eyes and feel my love — Until we meet in Heaven, my family, my friends.

Dennis Walker Sr., 65, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 15, 1960, in Lubbock, Texas, to Lucy Mae Walker and John T. Walker. Raised with a strong sense of family, responsibility, and determination, Dennis carried those values with him throughout his life. He graduated from South Oak Cliff High School in 1978 and shortly thereafter enlisted in the United States Army to proudly serve his country. In 1980, Dennis married Mary Walker, and together they built a family and shared many cherished memories. During his time in the Army, Dennis demonstrated the dedication, discipline, and pride that would define much of his life. After completing his military service, he went on to build a career as a truck driver at John’s Trucking Service, a profession that reflected his strong work ethic and unwavering commitment to providing for his family. Dennis Walker loved being a father and took great pride in providing for his family. Known for his intelligence and steady presence, he was always on duty when it came to helping his children with homework and offering guidance whenever it was needed. Dennis enjoyed cooking and often shared his meals with family and friends. In his free time, he loved relaxing while listening to oldies music and singing along to his favorite songs. A loyal fan of the Dallas Cowboys, Dennis rarely missed watching football on Sundays. He also enjoyed watching investigative shows on ION Television, and family members often joked that he had probably watched every investigation show that aired. His calm spirit, sense of humor, and love for his family will always be remembered by those who knew him. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Lucy Mae Walker and John T. Walker; his sister, Tinie Walker; his brother, John Donald Jackson; his beloved son, Dennis Walker Jr.; and his nephews, George Linnell Dixon III, Deyton Pipkins, and John Pipkins. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving daughters, Ericka Miller and Ebony Walker -Rose; his sisters, Cathryn Pipkins and Pamela Evans; his former spouses; four cherished grandchildren, Kevan Branch, Kevon Branch, Kaden Branch, and Kennedi Rose; two great -grandchildren, Kevan Branch III and Skylar Branch; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever hold his memory in their hearts.

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