Donald N. Walker (1940-2021)

Donald N. Walker, 80, passed away April 10, 2021, after a battle with cancer. He was born July 21, 1940, north of Carniero to Ray C. Walker, Sr. and Evelyn M. (Sheridan) Walker.
Don grew up near Carneiro and graduated from Brookville High School in 1959. He spent most of his life operating heavy equipment working on many large projects in the area, he was most proud of his involvement with the development and construction of Rolling Hills Zoo and museum.
He is survived by his son, Clinton Walker; and daughters, Cara Walker-Spurney (Blaine) of Salina and Chrystal Lamatsch (David) of rural Claflin; grandsons, Tyler Walker of Salina and Michael Lamatsch of Hays; granddaughter, Lauren Kristek (Adam) of rural Claflin and great-grandson, Kolten Walker; brothers, Duane Walker (Jo) of Canton and Bill Walker (Carol) of rural Salina, sisters, Helen Pflughoeft, Dixie Walker; Geri Elam (Monte), and Ernestine Allen (Bob) all of Salina and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers Ray Walker, Jr., (Joyce), Frank Walker and Bob Walker (Marty); his sisters, Virginia Vanek (Cirel) Ramona Wenger (Quincy), Berneice Zimmerman (Claude), and Sherry Walker; former wife Rachel Janssen and special friend Sharon Downing.
Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, at the Carneiro Cemetery in Carneiro Township, Ellsworth County. There will be no visitation.
Memorials may be made to the Carneiro Fellowship Center or Rolling Hills Zoo and sent in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. 8th St., Salina, Ks. 67401.