The family of James Edward Walker Sr. of Lee County, Alabama, are saddened to announce his passing on Jan. 6, 2023, at the age of 78 after losing his battle with Alzheimer’s.

He will always be remembered as a father and husband and a loving grandfather who would do anything for his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Candee and three sons James, Tony and Rodney, one grandson and six granddaughters and seven great-grandchildren.

James served in the Alabama National Guard and was a member of the Masonic lodge in West Point, Georgia.