Phillip Joel "Joe" Walker, age 85, husband of Catherine Sims Walker of Rutherfordton passed away Friday, August 8, 2025.
Joe was a native of Rutherford County and retired from AGI.
Those preceding him in death include his parents Clarence and Estelle Proctor Walker; siblings Bobby Walker, P.D. Walker, Herbert Walker, Tom Walker and Janie Walker Higgins.
In addition to his wife Catherine he leaves to cherish his memory a son Bryan Walker and granddaughter Faith Walker.
Graveside services were held August 11 at Southern Baptist Church with Pastor Peter Surran officiating.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills or Southern Baptist Church.
Crowe's Mortuary is assisting the family.