jLKEF u s Sunset October 9, 2021 Sunrise September 17,1946 Saturday, October 16, 2021 3:00 r.lVl.jp MOUNT OLIVE MEMORIAL GARDENS ... 3666 Deans Bridge Road Hephzibah, Georgia Reverend Dr. Dewayne M. Crew Williams Memorial C. M. E. Church - Pastor/Officiating - Acknowledgements The family acknowledges all of the love and support shown by devoted family members and friends. We thank you all for thinking of us during this difficult time. Your prayers, phone calls, visits, food, and acts of kindness are very much appreciated. We want to express our deepest and most sincere gratitude to the participants of the service, as well as the friends and family members who knew our father and had stories/ memories to share. - The Family of Clinton L. Walker, Sr. W. H. MAYS MORTUARY Professional Service A Family Tradition Since 1922 1221 James Brown Boulevard | Augusta, Georgia 309011 706.722.6401 DESIGN/PRINTING BY: AUGUSTA BLUEPRINT | augustablue.com | 706.722.6488 Celebration of Love, Life, and Laughter Our beloved Clinton Clint Lawrence Walker, Sr. was the third born child of Willis James Walker, Sr., and Almeta Walker, on September 17, 1946. During his early years, he excelled in academics and athletics. He was a proud band member of the Lucy C. Laney Marching Band and would go on to become a lifetime lover of learning. He had an extraordinary sense of humor and strong sense of purpose. Clint was inclusive and embraced everyone. During his tenure at Paine College, he met and married the love of his life, Dwala Reid. Clint was an honorary graduate of Paine College (C/O 68) with a degree in Microbiology. In 1968, he was offered an academic fellowship to attend Howard University and would later graduate from the University of the District of Columbia with a degree in Philosophy and Theology. Professionally, Clint was consistently recognized through various esteemed awards, honors, and promotions within the fields of Pharmaceutical Sales and Real Estate Brokerage. He went on to earn several degrees. After many years in the Pharmaceutical Industry, Clint pursued and attained a profession in School Counseling and retired from the Richmond County School System in 2009. He was a member of Omega Psi Phi fraternity. Clint will always be known and remembered for his magnetic sense of humor and his impeccable ability to provide sound and practical advice. He lived an intentional life and was grounded through a strong-sense of family. Spiritually, he was a practicing Christian, and at a young age, joined Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal (C.M.E.) Church. He was logical, observant, thoughtful, courageous, determined, and a strong leader. Clinton was a world-class man, one who embarked on many firsts throughout his life. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing, harpooning, cross-country skiing, and deep sea and scuba diving. He was a joyous and jovial friend and confidante. Clinton L. Walker, Sr. was a fighter and despite circumstances, he never gave up nor complained. He leaves a lifetime of joyous memories, having touched so many lives - imparting upon each person he met - his love for life, his sense of logic, and his witty charismatic humor. His legacy includes a host of family members and close friends. He is survived by: beloved wife, Dwala; three daughters, Kimberly Walker (John Watkins), Katharine Walker, and Kysha Garrett (Dwayne Garrett); and one brother, Charles Walker (Ann Walker). In addition to his parents, Willis James Walker, Sr. and Almeta Walker, he was preceded in death by: one son, Clinton Lawrence Walker, Jr.; three brothers, Dr. Willis J. Walker, Jr., Dr. Michael W. Walker, and Barry W. Walker (Gloria Walker). Included among those left to cherish his memory are: nine grandchildren, Morgan Walker-Mixon, Michael Watkins, Mikala Watkins, Miah Watkins, Brandon Walker, Joshua Kerr (Misha), Christian Garrett, Kingsley Garrett, and Camille Garrett; one great-grandson, Lincoln Watkins; lifelong friend, Joseph Moore (Dorothy Moore); and a wealth of cherished family members and friends both near and far. Invictus Out of the night that covers me, Black as the Pit from pole to pole, I thank whatever gods may he, for my unconquerable soul. / In the fell clutch of circumstance, I have not winced nor cried aloud. Under the bludgeonings of chance, My head is bloody, but unbowed. Beyond this place of wrath and tears, Looms but the Horror of the shade, And yet the menace of the years, Finds, and shall find me, unafraid. It matters not how strait the gate, How charged with punishments the scroll, I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul. - William Ernest Henley Order of Service For Our Beloved Clint Walker PROCESSIONAL Clergy and Family SCRIPTURES Old and New Testaments Psalms 23 and 2 Peter 3:18 Ms. Alexis Kerr, Family Member PRAYER Mr. Dwayne Garrett, Son-In-Law MUSICAL SELECTION Settle Here By: William Murphy REFLECTIONS Two Minutes, Please Mrs. Saundra Hood, Family Member Ms. Tracy Haigler, Co-Worker and College Friend Mr. John Ivey, Lucy C. Laney Class Of 1964 Mr. Joseph Moore, Best Friend ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Ms. Tammi Kenner, Family Member MUSICAL SELECTION Everlasting God By: William Murphy EULOGY Reverend Dr. Dewayne M. Crew Pastor, Williams Memorial C. M. E. Church RECESSIONAL Im Blessed By: Charlie Wilson COMMITTAL AND BENEDICTION