Genevieve Kathrine (Kay) Walker passed away Sat. March 6, 2010 at her home after
fighting a courageous battle with COPD. Visitation will be held today, March 9, 2010 from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Newcomer Funeral Home. Services will be held at will be held Wednesday March 19 at 11:00 am in the Highland Park Community Church followed by private cremation. Interment will be May 28,2010 in Kenmare ND.
Kay was the daughter of Julius and Thelma Hansen born Sept. 10, 1935 in Kenmare, N.D. Kay grew up and graduated high school in Kenmare. Kay was active in many activities including a baton twirler for the Kenmare Honkers.
Kay married Robert D. Walker Oct.27, 1956, Kenmare, ND.
Kay was an Avon Lady and a proud member of The Presidents Club for over 37 years. She enjoyed visiting with her Avon customers and friends. Gardening was a passion for Kay; she was a member of the Master Gardeners Club for 15 years. Kay entered and won many awards at the local and state fair for her beautiful home grown flowers and floral arrangements. Recently Kay was awarded her 20 year pin as a member of the Eagles Club.
Kay loved to go fishing, boating and a cold can of beer, but most of all loved her family. Eating her homemade pies and famous cottontail fudge was a joy. Kay's smile and outgoing personality will be missed.
The Family would like to thank Hospice for the exceptional care given to their Mom, with a very special thank you to caregivers Charlie and Luxann.
Survivors include a son: Timothy C.(Marilyn) Walker, Casper, daughters: Nancy Pick, Sauk Rapids, MN, Diana (Dale) Zietz, Dickinson, ND, Cheryl(Ken) Chastek, Clearmont, FL, Lilly (Mitch) Zimmerman, Casper, 12 Grandchildren, 19 Great Grandchildren, 1 Great Great Grand daughter, sisters: Karen Melin, Janet Dommen, Mary Larsen, Delores Schooster.
Kay was proceeded in death by her parents, Daughter: Kathy, Sons: Robert (Wheel), Keith, Granddaughters: Cassandra Zietz, Jennifer Ray, Sister: Carol Nelson, Brother: Huck Hansen.
In lieu off flowers memorials may be made to Hospice or the Casper Eagles Hospice.
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