It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of Mr. Fred (Frederick) George Walker on Friday, December 20, 2024, at the age of 88.
Fred is remembered by his family, children: Robert (Lynn) Walker – Grace Walker (Julien Plouffe), Anna (Majed) Khilo, Jude and Mya Khilo; Glenn (Troylene) Walker – Logan Walker (Jade Charters); Stewart (Connie) Walker – Blair Walker (Rikki Wilson) and Kurt Walker (Bree Petch); Ian Walker (partner, Kelly Schmidt) – Rebecca, Ryan, Matthew Walker; Trevor (Candice) Walker – Mark, Grayson, Cameron, Finley Walker; Catherine (Bob) Bartkewich – Brayden, Brooklyn Bartkewich.
He was predeceased by: his wife Janice; his sons Douglas and David Walker; Grandson Daniel Walker; Parents John “George” & Catherine “Ida” Walker; and in-laws Mary & Ernest Pierce.
Fred was first and foremost a farmer. He took over the family farm located north of North Battleford from his parents, and he was proud of the fact that his father had originally homesteaded it in 1902.
He was a passionate reader with broad interests in history, his family’s genealogy, railways, collecting coins and stamps and biblical studies. He was a dedicated community member, being a lifelong member of the Northwest Historical Society, Agricultural Society, and the Battlefords Branch of the Saskatchewan Genealogical Society. A longtime supporter of the Horticultural Society, Fred served as a judge for many years during the Territorial Days annual fair and exhibition. Along with his wife Janice and a team of volunteers, he was a key contributor to the creation of Prairie Echoes, a history book documenting the lives of early pioneers and the families of Aspenshaw, Nolin (Hamlin), McMillan School Districts and the areas around North Battleford.
A Freemason for over 60 years, Fred held leadership roles and cherished the friendships and values of the Ionic Lodge No. 31, North Battleford. Fred was a proud Shriner, dedicated to the organization’s charitable mission, and he played an active role in bringing the Shrine Circus to North Battleford over the years. He was proud to share the distinction of receiving a 60-Year pin and certificate of recognition for his zeal and fidelity to the craft from the Grand Lodge of Saskatchewan with his father George.
Fred’s legacy is one of kindness, curiosity, and service to his family and community. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A Funeral Service will be held later this spring, with details to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lady Minto Health Care Center, PO Box 330; 1513 1st Avenue S Edam, SK, S0M 0V0

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Tessa Bell Apprentice Funeral Director.

• Date : 2024-12-23
• Location : Edam, SK