Judge Kent Walker
Judge Randall Kent Walker, 60, of Sour Lake, died Saturday, September 28, 2019. He was born on February 23, 1959, to Billie Ware Walker and Ethel Burt Walker, in Beaumont.
Judge Walker has served as the Justice of the Peace in and for the Sour Lake area since 1994. Prior to that, he served Hardin County as a Deputy Sheriff under Mike Holzapfel for about a decade before being elected to the Justice Court. In addition to his many accomplishments, he was also a Master Mason in good standing, an assignation with the Texas Supreme Court Task Force, and an inspiring mentor to many young people. Judge Walker was a devoted husband, loving father, supportive brother, loyal friend, and loved his country and his God; he was a True Statesman.
Survivors include his wife, Joelle Walker; daughter, Haleigh Elizabeth Walker and her fiancé, John Glasscock, of Dallas; stepdaughter, Erin Anders and her fiancé, Zack Sullivan, of Round Rock; stepson, Craig Anders of Austin; siblings, William Walker of Grand Saline and Tina Rucker and her husband, Don, of Beaumont; sister-in-law, LeeAnne Walker of Sour Lake; and a multitude of deeply loved nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ernest Walker; and sister, Lollie Soileau.
A gathering of Judge Walker’s family and friends will be from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 2, 2019, at Broussard’s, 1605 North Major Drive, Beaumont. His graveside service will follow at 12:30 p.m., at Rosedale Cemetery, Old Beaumont Road, Sour Lake.
Graveside Service
Graveside Service
- old beaumont road sour lake texas 77659
- 10/02/2019
- 12:30 pm
- 1605 n. major drive beaumont tx 77713
- 10/02/2019
- 7:32 pm
Comments
Sarah Harrington
I used to spend alot of time at his house with Haleigh growing up. Once I had gotten his cat so wound up and excited, he told me I broke his cat. Loved hanging out over there, I thought of him as a father figure. He will be missed by many. Sending love to you Haleigh and His wife Joelle. May he rest in peace now.
Billy and Emy Kolander
Joelle and family, Leigh and Hardin County family, you all are in our hearts and prayers. Kent made the world a better place and was always there for us.
Michelle Hollier
Kent was such a great man and will be dearly missed. Glad he is no longer suffering but now we are left with sadness since his passing. He was a great friend and father figure to my husband Dane. Always said he loved him when they would hang up the phone with each other. Dane used to love hanging out with him met him through Sour Lake PD. He would hangout with Kent and i remember they would feed Kent’s dog candy corn. Dane will surely miss hearing from him, he was a very special person in his life. Condolences to his family and friends what a huge loss.
Steven Floyd
Many of my childhood memories involve the Walker family (as my dad ran Burt's Ceilings) and Kent is a big part of those memories. Rest in peace
Curtis, Diana, and Jared Brottem
My dear Joelle. I am so sorry for your loss. Our family is thinking of you and your family during this time.
Michael Roam
So sorry for your loss
Jackie Griffin
What a wonderful person..Always fair and honest..Always took time to share his thoughts and feelings..He will be missed.. Fly High Kent...
Martha Zoch
My deepest sympathy to the Walker family. Praying God will give you peace during this difficult time.
Debra Walters Lloyd
These were my brothers growing up and had so many memories with them .. So sad and heartbreaking. . Condolences to the family.
Nancy and Anson Neel
Praying for family as you lay him to rest. I worked with Kent from 1980 until I retired You could not ask for a better friend and co worker. He was a true friend and loved serving the people of Hardin County. May he rest and rejoice in Paradise. Your work here is done my friend, we will see you again one. day.
Jimmy Smith
Throughout high school and beyond, Kent was my protector. He was stern but fair. He encouraged me to go into the military when I was at my wits end. Several years ago my wife and I had visited him and it was like we just talked the day before. Kent will be solely missed and I send prayers. Of peace and understanding in the time of sorrow..
Brian Jennings
My brothers and sister and I, growing up, spent a lot of time with Kent and Ernie. Kent taught us a lot of fun things, like how to shoot a gun, how to drive a tractor, how to build a deck, and how to re-seal the roof of a trailer with tar. He'd take us around with him like we were his adopted niece and nephews. He spent a lot of time talking to us about whatever problems or issues seemed of paramount importance to young teenagers, and taught us what it meant to be a good person, to make good choices, and how to make the best of whatever life throws at you. He’s one of the kindest, funniest, and most charitable people I’ve ever met. I feel lucky to have known him.
Barbara Fesco
JOELLE AND FAMILY, WE HAVE LOST A GREAT MAN, SO FAIR,HONEST,AND A TRUE FRIEND. I SPOKE TO HIM ABOUT 3 WEEKS AGO AND HE THANKED ME FOR TAKING GOOD CARE OF HIM AT THE RESTAURANT. IT WAS DEFINITELY MY PLEASURE. HE WAS LOVED BY MANY AND A TRUE MAN OF GOD. MAY HE REST IN PEACE FOR HIS FIGHT IS OVER. HE HAS GAINED HIS WINGS. RIP MY DEAR FRIEND.
Susan Hogg
Joelle, may God comfort you with memories of the joy and love you shared with Kent. Lifting you up in prayer my Friend.
Clay and Rose Stelly
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,Kent married us in 2003 he was such a good man...
Theresa and Braxton
Joelle and family and friends, I’m so deeply saddened by your loss. Words cannot express how much Kent and the family meant to me. The joy he gave Braxton was irreplaceable. I remember him rolling on the floor wrapped in a blanket just to hear Braxton giggle. Every time I hear Tulsa Time I will remember him and all the fun times we shared. We lost a great man, and I’m so sorry for your loss.
Charles & Johnnie Daigle
Joelle and family, We are so very sorry for the loss of Kent !! It’s a sad time for all of you and all of us !! He was such an inspiration to so many, many people... and one of the few honest and true men left in our County !!! We love y’all very much and will certainly continue our prayers!! He will certainly be truly missed ...
Michelle & Jacky Winters
Your battle is over my friend. From my younger years throughout adulthood thank you. Your words of encouragement gave me strength I'll always cherish. You were and will be respected for your values,fairness and honesty. Rest in peace JP 4.
Carla Moseley
Joelle ,Haleigh and family I want you to know how sorry I am I know your hearts are broken. I have so many memories of Kent. We spent many hours at Kent’s house shooting pistols or just having dinner. A few times I even cooked. I am always so proud when I tell people I sometimes work for a Judge Walker. He was one person I knew I could ask for advise and he would give me a straight answer. Even though I had not seen him much in the last few years I can honestly say he was one of my favorite people. I loved his stories. He could tell a GREAT story. RIP Judge Walker know you were a great man and a good friend.
Gary Spears
Kent was a long time co-worker and friend. He will be missed. He was my training officer at the sheriff's office before he became a judge. We worked a lot of scenes together after he became a judge. He taught me a lot. Rest in peace my friend.
Chuck Sherman
I was stunned to see that Kent passed on the same day as Ernie! I was reading Ernie's obituary, and saw where it said he was preceded in death by Kent, then to find it was on the same day. I can't imagine the feelings of grief, and loss that all the family members are feeling. I am praying for God to help soothe your pain with His healing mercy. it is such a moving thing to see the family pictures on the memorial for Kent. I remember running the old neighborhood in South Park with Kent, and our friends, as kids. I recall the camping trips, and other activities with the Scout troop, #205. That grin on Kent's face takes me right back because he was always laughing, smiling, and joking around! I am so sorry I missed his service, and I regret not going to see him in these later years. I know he is celebrating a reunion with Mr. Burt, Ms. Billie, and his brother, and Sister in the presence of our Lord, Jesus Christ!
Manuel and Donna Rizzotto
Tins. Manuel and I are so very sorry for the loss of your brother. He seemed like a wonderful man with a full field life. We know that you will miss him. Please accept our condolences