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Dr. Brent Durr Walker, Jr.

Funeral service for Dr. Brent Durr Walker, Jr. will be 2 p.m., Friday, May 10, 2019 at

The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Brookhaven. Visitation will be from 11 am until 1:30 p.m.

in Cannon Hall prior to the service.

Dr. Walker, 75, of Brookhaven, passed away May 6, 2019, at King’s Daughters Medical Center.

He was born June 21, 1943, to Brent Durr Walker, Sr. and Grace Cranford Walker. Dr. Walker was a

graduate of Prentiss High School, Valedictorian of the class of 1961. He then went on to study and receive

his Master’s Degree in British Literature at Mississippi College. He received his Doctor of Philosophy at

Somerset University, England, and taught 35 years as professor of British Literature. He was very involved

in community and church, the Chair of Humanities Division, Sponsor of Phi Theta Kappa honor society,

and Ken Wooten Scholar’s Bowl for numerous years. As an accomplished musician, he served 50 years as

church organist in several churches, Hazlehurst Baptist Church, First Baptist, Brookhaven, Raymond

United Methodist Church, and was currently serving the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer in Brookhaven.

He enjoyed travel and served as tour leader numerous times to England and Europe. He was the author of

Lincoln County Mississippi: A Pictorial History and co-author of Wesson: Industrial City of the South.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Those left to cherish his memory are, his wife of 49 years, Patricia Ann Smith Walker; daughters, Kara Walker Pannell

and Leigh Anne Walker Betts (Ross); grandsons, Tucker Kees Nations, Jameson Walker Pannell, and John Ross Betts;

granddaughter, Lucy Arden Betts; and his special pet dachshund, Maggie.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brookhaven Animal League, P.O. Box 3477, Brookhaven, MS  39603

or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000 Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.

11 comments

  • Comment Link Donald Hardy Wednesday, 16 September 2020 23:19 posted by Donald Hardy

    What a wonderful teacher and friend! I took his British Lit class twice! I have a recording of one of his British Lit class lectures if anyone wants to have a copy. Missed but never forgotten. - Don Hardy

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  • Comment Link Alice Burns Mason Monday, 20 May 2019 22:51 posted by Alice Burns Mason

    I am sorry that I did not know sooner of the passing of Durr Walker. He was a favorite at Co-Lin. I remember him taking our class out in the woods, having us sit down in the pine straw and fall colors, and leading us as we studied Walden.
    A passionate man of many talents, he spent his life enriching the lives of others. Thank you for enlightening everyone you met with your love of music and literature, and for writing THE book I am always in search of.
    To his family, whom I have never met - you already know you are blessed by having Dr. Walker in your family and lives. God bless you in the days ahead.

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  • Comment Link sandra cliburn Saturday, 11 May 2019 03:47 posted by sandra cliburn

    My heart goes out to ya'll Much love and many prayers...John 14....I first met Durr at FBC Hazlehurst...so glad he had time at The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer for it was of the most beautiful churches I have been in...He was a blessing to many and his dash between the dates was filled to the overflowing with wonderful experiences...

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  • Comment Link Lavern Hardin Friday, 10 May 2019 13:31 posted by Lavern Hardin

    Pat and family, I’m praying for you this next little while as you pay your last respects to Durr. He was one funny guy and I’ve known him over 50 yrs. You should be proud.

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  • Comment Link Sherry McMurry Wednesday, 08 May 2019 21:40 posted by Sherry McMurry

    So sorry for your loss. Durr was one of a kind. One of the best teachers I had at Co-Lin.

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  • Comment Link Jackie Arnold Crawford Wednesday, 08 May 2019 20:25 posted by Jackie Arnold Crawford

    He was just a bundle of laughs. Toured Italy with him twice- never a dull moment. His laugh was contagious and he will be missed greatly. Rest In Peace Durr!!!

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  • Comment Link Averyell A. Kessler Wednesday, 08 May 2019 11:22 posted by Averyell A. Kessler

    It was my privilege to know Durr. He was a brilliant man blessed with a gentle heart, innate intelligence and unique personality, as well as abundant talent. He'll be missed by many. My husband and I send heartfelt condolences.

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  • Comment Link Myra Buitt Bui Wednesday, 08 May 2019 10:06 posted by Myra Buitt Bui

    So sad to hear of his passing. Truly the best teacher I ever had.

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  • Comment Link Vicky Wallace Tuesday, 07 May 2019 22:32 posted by Vicky Wallace

    What joy Durr brought to my heart! He was “one of a kind”! I love you all and pray God will lift you up and comfort you in the days to come. Remember, just close your eyes and he is right there in your heart!❤️??❤️

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  • Comment Link Marie Sanders Murillo Tuesday, 07 May 2019 21:12 posted by Marie Sanders Murillo

    I am so sad to hear of Dr. Walker's passing. He was one of a kind and a truly fabulous Professor! He had so many wonderful gifts that he shared with the world! He was brilliant, yet so approachable. He chose to help his students find their God-given gifts and he had a knack for making all people feel special. He was so funny and his love of learning was absolutely contagious. I will miss him. We are praying for Kara, Mrs. Pat, Leigh Ann, and all of the grandchildren. Marie Sanders Murillo - BHS Class of 1993. Co-Lin Class of 1995.

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  • Comment Link Debbie Smith Tuesday, 07 May 2019 19:46 posted by Debbie Smith

    I am sorry to hear about your loss. Dr. Walker was such an outstanding Instructor at Co-Lin whom I had the honor of having as well as my siblings. I have spent over thirty- seven years in education, and I credit him with so much. May God bless your family in the difficult days ahead. May you focus on those memories that you shared.

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