My Pops Has Passed

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Jim Walker
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My Pops Has Passed

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My father Jim "Pops" Walker passed away around 2:30pm today at the Okaloosa Regional Medical Center in Crestview, FL. Doctors said they done all they could do but he suffered some type of massive stroke. He had been quite ill for the passed few weeks and I was suspecting that this was going to happen soon. I take a small amount of comfort knowing he is no longer in pain and is no longer suffering.

I want to take this opportunity to thank all of those who have continued to pray for him and me over this passed year. Thank you all so much, from the bottom of my heart.

JW
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David Wright
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Post by David Wright »

Jim,
Sorry to hear this, know your in my prayers, it's been a long road for you and "Pops".. hes in no pain, and for that, you thank God.....
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Nick Reed
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Post by Nick Reed »

Jim,
Sorry for your loss. . . . .call me if you need to.

Nick
Pete Walthall
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jim walker

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jimbo my bud sorry to hear you lost your dad jim i really respect you for taking care of him the last few years' love bud will talking to you later/ your buddy pete
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Post by Bo Borland »

MY sincere condolences Jim.
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Hook Moore
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Post by Hook Moore »

I'm really very sorry Jim. I know the last several months have been tough for you and even though we expect these things to happen its still never easy. You have many friends and they all have you in their prayers. Just hang in there brother.
Hook
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Post by Milton C. Willmann »

This is sad news. Jim, you can find peace in your faith. We love you and are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
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Curt Shoemaker
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Post by Curt Shoemaker »

Jim,

Sorry to hear about your loss. My condolences to you, and your family.
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Post by Hal Higgins »

Hey Jim....Our sincere condolences for your loss...he's in the arms of God now....but your friends and steel guitar family will be praying for the comfort and peace of the Lord to be with you. HAL & DEBE
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Jimmy Campbell
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Post by Jimmy Campbell »

Jim.

Robin and I send you and your Family our deepest sympathy in the death of your Father.
May he rest in peace.

Jimmy
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Fred Justice
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Post by Fred Justice »

Hey big Jim, so sorry to hear that. I know you did all you could do for Pops while he was with you.
God bless you buddy.
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Post by Ryan Barwin »

Jim, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. My sincere condolences....you're in my thoughts.
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Post by John Davis »

Jim, So sorry for your loss,I know that feeling...thinking of you JD
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Sorry

Post by Randy Gilliam »

Jim I am Sorry To Hear about Your Dad, God Bless My Friend Randy Gilliam.
Joseph V. Sapp
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Post by Joseph V. Sapp »

Jim,,,,I'm sorry for your loss and will keep you in my prayers.

Joe
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Rick Johnson
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Post by Rick Johnson »

Jim
Sorry about your loss, you have
been thru a lot in the past few months.

Rick

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Post by Don Poland »

Jim, Im sorry to hear about your dad. My prayers go out to you and your family.
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Post by Fred Shannon »

Jim, words can't express the feelings adequately, but you know how the Shannons feel. keep the faith.


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Ray Walker
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Post by Ray Walker »

Jim, I am so sorry for your loss and I know how much you loved your Dad.

Ray and Debbie Walker
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Post by Michael McGee »

Jim, you know that we love you like a brother. Don't hesitate to lean on us when you need us. I pray that God grant peace, mercy, and strength to you. This period of grief can also be a period of precious memories.

Call me anytime you need to talk.
Rick Simmons
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Post by Rick Simmons »

Dear Jim Walker: Our sincere condolences at the loss of your father. It's just about a year ago that our beloved son, Bill, passed away, so we understand the loss & pain of losing a loved one. Our prayers are with you & may our Lord comfort you at this time.
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David Coplin
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Post by David Coplin »

Jim,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your "Pops". But you took care of him when he needed it the most and you should take some comfort knowing you were there for him. Even when we know the time is near, it is always so very hard to let go. Please know that all of of us are praying for you to find the peace and comfort that you deserve so much.

David
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Post by Ron Bryson »

Jim,
Sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolences.
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Post by Wayne Morgan »

Hey Jimmy, so sorry to hear about "Pops' Passing.
I commend you for beeing there for him when he needed you.
Love you Brother
Wayne
Bill Cook
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Post by Bill Cook »

Jim, So sorry to hear about Pops! You have lost both of your parents in a matter of months and may God Bless you for all youv'e sacrificed and been through. At least you know they are no longer suffering and in a better place. You have to get on with your life now. I pray God will be with you for the rest of your journey.
Your Friend,
Bill
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