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Josephine Walker
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Josephine's obituary
Josephine was born to Mary and William Walker on September 25th, 1930. She grew up on the South Side of Chicago and attended the 37th and Wells Street School later named Robert S. Abbott Elementary School and Wendell Phillips High School. She began her work life as a typist and eventually worked as a private nurse and caregiver for over 30 years.
Josephine was a woman of outstanding faith and was the happiest while spending time with God whether it be at Church or by herself. Her true calling was in service to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She received the right hand of fellowship as a youth at Progressive Baptist Church. She served dutifully as an Usher and sang in the choir every Sunday. She furthered her faith as a member at Greater Harvest Missionary Baptist Church. She worshiped at the Monument of Faith Church for twenty years. There, she served on the Nurses Board and as the Assistant Superintendent of Sunday School. In her latter years she attended the Apostolic Church of God under the leadership of Bishop Arthur M. Brazier. Her final church home was Apostolic Faith Church, led by Bishop Horace E. Smith, M.D.
Josephine was a lifetime learner and loved crossword puzzles, taking long walks, writing her prayers, and spending time with family. She was a kind and generous soul, always willing to lend a hand or ear. She put a smile on everyone’s face and will truly be missed!
Josephine loved her family and her legacy lives on through her loving daughter, Jacqueline Watson; devoted grandchildren: Fred Michael Watson, Joseph Christopher Watson, Melodye L’Oréal Watson, and Paul Laurence Watson; cherished great grandchildren: Christian Patterson, Trejour Watson, Gabrielle Watson, and Jazar Watson; a treasured great great grandchild: Emeri Watson; siblings: Floyd Walker and Catherine Mathews; in-laws: Beverly Walker, Shundrey Patterson, and Ruevina Watson; and step grandchildren: Kyla King and Antwon King. She will be remembered by a host of cousins, nieces and nephews and dear friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents William and Mary Walker; siblings: Hillary Walker, Izora Mitchell, Otis Walker, Andrew Walker, William Walker, Walter Walker, and Arlene Brown; in-laws: Richard Mitchell, Moses Mathews, Willie Brown, Shirley Walker, Patricia Walker; and son in-law Fred Watson.
A virtual memorial service will be held Friday, June 5th, 2020. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to organizations that uplift and support social justice for humanity.
Epitaph: To God Be The Glory!
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