Jack Gordon Walker, 88, passed away peacefully at the Bennion Veterans Home on Wednesday, March, 12 2025

Jack was born on August 15, 1936, to Joseph Walter and Mary Lillian Walker of Santaquin. He married Helen Louise Harmer on October 22, 1956. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti Temple. They had three children: Robert Walker of Salt Lake City, Utah, Bart (Shanna) Walker of Payson, Utah, and Karen (Mike) Stewart of Glendale, Arizona. He had nine grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

Jack loved his rich family mining heritage. He was a man who wore many hats. Jack was a proud Navy Veteran and loved serving his country. In 1965, Jack went to work for the Utah County Sheriff’s Office, where he served 29 years and was one of the first officers to be promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Jack was a member of the Payson Fire Department, where he served for 39 years, serving as the Chief in 1965. He was also a member of the Payson Racing Association, The Thoroughbred Jockey Club, and The Cocklebur Riding Club. Jack enjoyed riding his jet ski, ATV riding, hunting, fishing, camping, and family events. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His memory will be cherished by all who knew him.

Jack is survived by his two sons, Robert Walker and Bart Walker, and his daughter Karen Stewart, nine grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Walter, and Mary Lillian Walker; his wife, Helen Louise Harmer; brothers Lamar and Arnold Walker, sister Idonna Crook, and their spouses; daughter-in-law Shae Walker; great-granddaughter Shaelee Woodland, and many brother and sisters-in-law.

The family would like to give special thanks to the caregivers at the Bennion Veterans Home for their loving care.

Visitation will be held Sunday, March 16, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 274 South Main Street, Payson, Utah. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 17, 2025, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints located at 274 South Main Street, Payson, Utah, with visitation at 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. before the funeral. Interment will be at the Payson City Cemetery at 400 North 800 East, Payson, Utah, with full military honors.

The funeral services for Jack Gordon Walker will be streamed live. Please return to his memorial page shortly before 11 am on Monday, March 17, 2025 and click on the link below.

Jack Gordon Walker Livestream Broadcast