Nov. 10, 1923 — July 31, 2014

Mrs. Virginia J. Walker, 90, passed away on July 31, 2014.

She was born on Nov. 10, 1923, to Michael and Ruth (Steele) Dineen in Chicago.  She was a member of First Christian Church in Dowagiac, Michigan.

Prior to her retirement, Virginia worked for the Amersdorfer-Wiltse Insurance Agency for over 20 years. She was active in her church, enjoyed reading and belonged to a garden club and the Eastern Star.  On Aug. 16, 1947, she married Franklin T. Walker and he preceded her in death on Feb. 24, 2003.  Virginia and Frank were long time members of the Michiana Corvair Club.

Survivors include two children, Pamela (Douglas) Brown of Spring Lake, MI and Thomas Walker of Highland Village, Texas; four grandchildren, Ryan (Amanda Young) Brown, Colin (Bethany) Brown, Alexandra Walker, Roxanne Walker; three great-grandchildren, Drew, Brady and Callie Brown; sister, Barbara (Dick) Sandberg and many nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her sister, Margaret “Peg” Michener.  A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 29, 2014, at First Christian Church (201 Oak St.)  Visitation with the family will be one hour prior to the service.  Memorials may be made to to First Christian Church would be appreciated.  Burial will take place at Mission Hills Cemetery. Share memories with the family at www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements by,

The Lee Chapel

Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc.

6291 S. Harvey St.

Norton Shores, MI 49444