Richard Walker

Richard Ray Walker, 54, of Manhattan, Kansas, departed this life on Saturday, February 22, 2014 in Manhattan.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 - 7:00 pm on Friday, March 7th, 2014 at the Penwell-Gabel Johnson Chapel in Junction City, Kansas.

A service will be held to celebrate Richard's life at 10:00 am Saturday, March 8th, 2014, at the Penwell-Gabel Johnson Funeral Chapel.

He was born August 28th, 1959, to parents Ray and Nadine (Jaecke) Walker, in Junction City, Kansas. During his childhood, he was a very active member at the First United Methodist Church in Junction City. He was involved in the youth group, the handbell choir, and youth choir.

Richard was a member of the Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and DeMoley during his childhood. He was a graduate of Junction City High School, and attended Kansas State University, where he was very active in the marching band. Music was always a big part of his life.
He enjoyed playing card games, board games, and fantasy games with his friends.
Richard worked various jobs, and spent much time working in the food industry at Kansas State University.
He was a very kind individual, and was proud to be himself. He was also a caring son, brother, and uncle.

He is preceded in death by his dad, Ray Walker.

Richard leaves behind to cherish his memory his loving mother, Nadine Walker; his brother, Andrew and wife Karen Walker; and his sister, Theresa and husband Mark Elzinga.
He also leaves behind a niece, three nephews, and a great-nephew, as well as many other friends and loved ones.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like to encourage friends and loved ones to make a donation in Richard's memory to the American Diabetes Association at: 6900 College Blvd Suite 250 Overland Park, KS 66211.