John "Johnny" A. Walker

John “Johnny” Walker July 25, 1957 – July 3, 2025 John “Johnny” Walker, 67, of Owensboro, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the Heartford House while under the compassionate care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. Born and raised in Owensboro, Johnny was the son of Malcolm E. Walker, Sr. and Mary Jackson Walker. He graduated from Owensboro High School in 1975, where he proudly participated in the Jr. ROTC program. A man of remarkable versatility and enduring generosity, Johnny dedicated his life to lending a hand—quite literally—to anyone in need. Whether it was working on cars, fixing roofs, plumbing, painting, or mowing lawns, Johnny was never far from a project, always guided by a spirit of service and community. Beyond his labor, Johnny had a lifelong love of music. In his younger years, he played with several local bands throughout the 1970s and 1980s. His musical gifts extended into the church, where he offered his talents on the drums, keyboard, and guitar as a devoted member of COGIC. In his later years, Johnny rekindled his relationship with God, embracing his faith with renewed joy and purpose. Johnny was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Malcolm E. Walker, Jr. and James B. Walker, Sr.; and two sisters, Josie Rouse and Regina Walker. He leaves behind a legacy of love through his children: Christopher A. Walker, David L. Walker, Ariel J. Walker, all of Owensboro, and Daryian E. Walker of Robards, KY; ten siblings: Cheryl Slaughter, William E. (Judy) Walker, Sr., Diann Smoot, Robert L. Walker, Darryl (Margaret) Walker, Sr., Michael A. Walker, Sr., Kenneth R. (Jerwonda) Walker, Sr., Ricky T. (Jeanette) Walker, Marya E. Walker, and Barbara Yvette (Eric) Brown; five grandchildren: KiShawn Walker, Jaylen Walker, Staten Walker, Adrian Walker, and Harper Walker; two great-granddaughters: Legaci Walker and Lyric Walker; his loving companion of 18 years, Lilly M. Hicks; and a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family including a Sister-in-Love, Hope Walker, widow of James B. Walker, Sr. Johnny’s warmth, humor, and helping hands will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at McFarland Funeral Home, 1001 W 5th St, Owensboro, KY 42301. Visitation will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, July 18, and again from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the funeral home. “Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord with gladness: come before His presence with singing.” — Psalm 100: 1–2 Messages of condolence and memories may be shared at www.mcfarlandfh.com. Arrangements are entrusted to McFarland Funeral Home, Inc.

John "Johnny" A. Walker

July 25, 1957 - July 3, 2025

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