Tom James Walker

Tom James Walker, age 75, of Alto, passed away on Saturday, December 26, 2020. 

Born on October 28, 1945, in Rabun County, he was the son of the late Porter and Dora Dell Emory Walker and Stepfather Carl Robinson. Mr. Walker served his country in the United States Army and was a truck driver. He was a member of the Habersham County American Legion Post #84. He loved Bluegrass, fishing, boating, and going to Everett’s Music Barn. 

Survivors include his wife, Edith Walker; sons and daughters-in-laws, Tommy E. and Kelly Walker of Clarkesville and Brian and Stephanie Walker of Demorest; one daughter and son-in-law, Wanda and Jonathan Goss; five grandchildren: Justin Walker, Cody Goss, Dallie Walker, Shelby Walker, and Elisabeth Walker; his brothers and sisters: Carlton Walker of Clayton, William Walker of South Carolina, Bobby Walker of Clayton, Judy Berrong of Clayton, and Iva Lee Hayes 

Graveside services are scheduled for 11:00 am on Monday, December 28, 2020, at Wade Family Cemetery with Rev. Terry Rice officiating.  

The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm on Sunday, December 27, 2020, at the funeral home. 

Those in attendance are asked to please adhere to the public health and social distancing guidelines regarding COVID-19.

An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com.

McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.