Charles Edwin Walker

Age 81, of Horseheads, NY passed away on Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at home. He was born March 25, 1926 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Onlea (Ryan) and Ralph J. Walker. Charles was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Audrey F. (Strong) Walker; brother, Robert Walker; son-in-law, John Uhler; daughter-in-law, Sheri Padgett-Walker. He is survived by daughters, Marilyn Uhler of Elmira, NY; Connie Leister of Pine Valley, NY; sons, Larry Walker of Elmira Heights, NY; Keith (Annette) Walker of Horsheads, NY; sister, Gloria (Devanna) Dick of Big Flats, NY; mother-in-law, Ida Bates of Elmira Heights, NY; along with special grandson, Kurtis; several loving grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Charles was a proud and decorated World War II Veteran serving his country in the European Theatre, Battle of the Bulge and the Liberation Forces. He was a member of the Local Carpenters Union # 700 for over 50 years. He enjoyed fishing in the Thousand Islands and the Finger Lakes, including hunting and many other outdoor recreations. He also had several hobbies and enjoyed taking care of his dog, Buddy. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY 14904 on Friday, August 24, 2007 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM with the funeral and committal services held there at 4:00 PM. Bishop David Sefas will officiate. Interment will take place on Saturday, August 25, 2007 at 10:00 AM in the Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY where the Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will accord Mr. Walker Military Honors. Those wishing may direct memorial donations to the American Diabetes Association Syracuse Office 356 Midler Ave. Syracuse, NY 13206 in his memory. A Candle of Remembrance may be left for his family in obituaries at www.olthof.com