Gary Lee Walker, 80, of Weiner, passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026 at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital. He was born July 5, 1946 in Jonesboro to the late Earl and Emma McKnight Walker.

Gary farmed all his life and was an avid outdoorsman. He especially enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time outdoors, whether he was out in a field or in the woods. Gary also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was a member of Midway Church of Christ and proudly played on the Midway Beanbag Baseball team.

In addition to his parents, Gary was preceded in death by his wife, Linda Owen Walker; son, Jonnathan Walker; brother, Sam Walker and sister, Barbara McKenzie.

Survivors include his two sons, Dewayne Walker and James (Jamie) Walker; daughter, Trish (Brian) Priddy; seven grandchildren, Kaleb Walker, Kameron (Kathyrn) Walker, Kayla (Trey) Moody, Walker (Shauna) Priddy, Anna (Nathan) Minton, Jacob (Molley) Walker, and Jonathan Walker; three great-grandchildren, Kadence Walker, River Moody, and Parker Moody; lifelong friends, Vernon (Anita) Block and Butch Overfield and his beloved dog, Susie.

Visitation will be Wednesday, September 9, 2026 from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Emerson Funeral Home.

Graveside service will be Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. in Walker Cemetery with Bro. Steve Davis officiating.

For lasting memorials, the family asks that consideration be given to the Weiner Fire Department, 101 N. Washington St., Weiner, AR 72479, or Walker Cemetery, 16161 Duck Puddle Rd., Weiner, AR 72479.