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Robert Walker Obituary
Montague, MA - Robert "Bob" Wyman Walker of Montague MA passed away at the age of 91 on January 15, 2025. Bob was intensely sewing new quilts until the last weeks of life.
Bob was born in Wollaston MA on March 15, 1933, the son of Kenneth and Claire (Wyman) Walker. Bob was married to Muriel "Boots" Walker for 60 years. Together they had one child: Jeffrey.
Bob held a PhD in Microbiology from Michigan State University and BS/MS in Public Health from UMass Amherst. He was a professor of Microbiology, Public Health and Environmental Sciences for 32 years at UMass Amherst.
Bob's love of gardening led him to grow and breed award winning lilies and daylilies. Bob was a strong proponent of forest conservation. Quilting and brewing beer were some of his favorite hobbies. Bits of Bob now live in many people's homes via the quilts, lilies and daylilies he gifted them.
A celebration of life to be held at a future date. A private burial took place in Highland Woods.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice of the Fisher Home, www.fisherhome.org.
For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Adriana Lungu
February 2, 2025
Deep peace of the running wave to you,
Deep peace of the flowing air to you,
Deep peace of the quiet earth to you,
Deep peace of the shining stars to you,
Deep peace of the Son of Peace to you.
May the road rise to meet you;
May the wind be always at your back;
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
May the rains fall softly upon your fields;
Until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.
You will always be missed, Thankyou for your friendship. Adriana
Michael Kurrier
January 24, 2025
Bob Walker will always be remembered for his glorious quilts.
Jeff Walker
January 18, 2025
Here's my dad in his happy place.
Diane W. Porter
January 17, 2025
Rob was my dear brother. He was 2 years older than my twin sister Sally who passed away 3 years ago and I. He was a wonderful big brother! I will miss him! - Diane W. Porter.
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