George E. Walker, 78, LaFontaine, passed away at 11:15 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016, in his home. He was born on May 14, 1937, in Peru, to the late Hillard and Pearl (Poor) Walker.

George married Kathleen Burgin, she survives. He retired from Thompson Consumer Electronics in Marion, as a machine attendant. He was a member of National Rifle Association.

Along with his wife: Kathleen, he is survived by son: Brian (Faye) Walker, Columbia, Tenn.; stepson: David Smith, Shelbyville; stepdaughter: Ginger (Ron) Moon, Springport; sister: Anita Alvarado, Peru; grandchildren: Joshua Schinbeckler; Jordan Walker; Justin Kolodziej; Mallory Smith; Austin Smith; and Dylan Smith; and a great-grandchild: Malin Smith. He was preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters.

Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Jan. 15, at McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, LaFontaine, with Pastor Brad Wright officiating. Burial will follow at LaFontaine IOOF Cemetery in LaFontaine. Visitation for family and friends will be from 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 14, at the funeral home.