Nathan Walker, Jr.

Mr. Nathan Walker, Jr., son of the late Nathan Sr. and Neader Walker, was born on April

12, 1935, in Cottageville, South Carolina. He departed this earthly life on Sunday,

October 20, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Junior, as he was affectionately known, was educated in the public schools of Colleton

County. Known for his unwavering commitment and work ethic, he entered the

workforce in the lumber business. He then found his lifelong career with the Colleton

County Department of Transportation from which he retired.

He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who was cherished by many.

Junior enjoyed getting into his truck, driving around Cottageville to visit friends, and

engaging in long conversations. His spirited phone debates, especially with the late

Sinclair Edwards are fondly remembered by those who knew him.

On October 19, 1957, he married the love of his life, Jestine Hampleton Walker. Together

they welcomed two children into their family.

Junior is preceded in death by his daughter, Bernice Walker Bennett; son, Jonathan

Walker; grandsons, Navar and Zachary Bennett; brothers, Aldrin, Cohen, and Herbert

Walker; and sisters, Helen and Inez Walker.

He leaves behind to cherish his loving memories his devoted wife Jestine Walker, of the

home; grandson, James A. Bennett (Andrea Brothers) of Cottageville, SC; sisters,

Virginia Walker, Walterboro, SC and Vivian Tucker, Summerville, SC; brothers, Clarence

Walker (Delores), Washington, DC and Lenell Walker (Sarah) of Round O, SC; Two

sister-in-law, Pearl Hampleton Green (John), Cottageville, SC and Betty Hampleton of

Washington, DC, and a host of other family members and friends who will miss him

dearly.

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