Gloria T. Walker's Obituary
Gloria Walker Obituary
Gloria T. Walker affectionally known as "Bay" was born in Belzoni, MS. on February 11, 1942 to parents Curtis and Rosie Bass. Baptized at an early age by her grandfather Rev. Allen Howard. Gloria knew the importance of God and she knew he will always aide her in her time of need.
While Gloria spent most of early childhood in and attended grade school in Mississippi, by the age of 15 her parents moved her to Chicago in October of 1957 where she attended Marshall High School on the West side of Chicago.
Gloria met and Married Joesph Walker in 1961 whom has preceded her death. Today we remember Gloria as a devoted mother, a cherish friend and a beacon of love in our lives, Gloria warmth and compassion touched everyone she met, but it was her role as a mother that truly shined! Gloria had extraordinary ability to make everyone feel special and loved. Her home was always open and filled with the aroma of her famous greens and spaghetti, as well as her hearty laughter. She taught us the importance of kindness but also the meaning of mean what you say and say what you mean. But most importantly she taught everyone the value of hard work, and the power of a mother's love. Bay was everyone's BIGGEST supporter.
Left to cherish Gloria's sweet memories are her 6 Children: James Nance (Gilda), Maurice Walker, Izell Walker (Chenise), Rochelle Griffin (Cary), Carlos Walker (Tracie), and Timothy Walker. Three Brothers: Fred Bass, Curtis L. Bass Jr., and John Bass (Judy). Two Sisters: Darlene Bass and Gwendolyn Bass. A host of grandchildren, Great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Gloria was preceded in death by her parents Curtis and Rosie Bass, her Brother Willie Harris, her Grandson Demarco Collins, and two Nephews Trent D. Bass and Byron D Bass.
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