Velma Eugenia Walker

Velma Walker (Spallin) born May 6,1936 and pass away quickly on September 05, 2022, at Abbotsford regional hospital. Velma is predeceased by her parents, Alfred and Rose Spallin, Her husband Dennis Walker, Dennis’s parents, Duncan and Thora Walker, brother-in-law Rod Walker, brother-in-law Bill White and daughter-in-law Kelly Walker. She leaves behind 1 daughter, Sheila, and 2 sons Brian and Brent all of Abbotsford, 3 siblings Eileen, Mavis (Bob) and Keith (Lynne) all in Alberta, Grandchildren Scott, Stephanie (Justin)and Sheldon (Jennifer). Great grandchildren Brianna and Brenden as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She always enjoyed spending time with family and close friends as it was an important part of Velma’s life. As Velma request there will be no funeral. 

Velma was born in Edmonton grew up in Alton Lake, Busby, and Fort Saskatchewan. Family and friends were an important part of her life. Loved her get togethers. She enjoyed dances as she came from a musical background family. She was close with aunts, uncles and cousins growing up. She worked in Fort Saskatchewan as a telephone operator. In 1958 married Dennis Walker they continued to live in Fort Saskatchewan raising 3 children until 1974. They then moved to Surrey BC (pheasant drive), a new beginning and a new holiday destination for the Alberta families. Many great friends and memories were made in Surrey.  But In February 1983 Velma lost her husband Dennis. She continued to work as cook and owner in a catering company. In the 90’s she moved into a condo in Abbotsford. She then stopped working as a cook and started working as an office manager for the Schizophrenia society in Abbotsford. She continued there till she retired after 25 years. She continued to live in Abbotsford till her death. In lieu of flowers donations please give to the kidney Foundation of Canada or Alzheimer’s society.