WALKER

Kerry Arnold Walker, 63 of Pittsburg, passed away on Dec. 11.

A graveside service was held Dec. 20 at Clark Cemetery in Jenkins.

Kerry was born on Oct. 2, 1957 to Jerry and Waldine Walker. He graduated from Daingerfield High School in 1976. Kerry graduated from Stephen F. Austin University with a Bachelors of Education. He went on to become a coach and teacher to many. He was the Athletic Director and Assistant Principal for Royce City High School from which he retired in 2012.

Kerry was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He touched the lives of many kids and fellow coaches all over the area. He was a fantastic coach, mentor, and his words of wisdom will not be forgotten.

Kerry was preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry (Sugg) and Estelle Harris, Lester and Minnie Walker.

He is survived by his wife Ruthanne Walker of Pittsburg; son Kip Walker and wife Samantha of Cedar Park; parents Jerry and Waldine Walker of Pittsburg; grandchildren Andy Walker, Jaycee Cutler, Hagen Cutler, Jack Young, Cole Young, Dean Young and Molly Hoover.

Memorials may be given to Emmanuel Baptist Youth Fund.

The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the staff at UT Health Pittsburg, Dr. Rodney Burrow and East Texas Hospice.

There will be no public visitation.

Online condolences may be made at Nail-HaggardFH. com.