Michael Lynn Walkington

Public servant, born November 17, 1946, to Pauline J. and Russell C. Walkington, who preceded him in death.  Public service came early to Mike as an Eagle Scout, Marine Corps Sgt., Deputy Sheriff, Supervisor for Delhi Charter Township, Chairman for State of Michigan Resource Recovery Commission and retiring as Lt. from Michigan Department of Corrections.  As owner of Vevay Valley Golf/Ski Club in Mason, he continued serving community as V.P. for Holt Jaycees and President of Miller Road Optimist Club.

Mike is survived by his sons, Clifford (Jen) Walkington, Kevin (Tressa) Walkington, Andrew (Jenny) Angerman and Matt Angerman; five grandchildren, McKenzie, Chase, Zachary, Derek, and Audrey; sister, Pat (Doug) Wightman; and special friend, bunky, Joyce Bauer.  He was preceded in death by his parents, mothers of his children Bev (Clifford and Kevin) and Marianne (Andrew and Matt) and his brother, Daniel.

Visitation will be held Monday, February 25, 2019, at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 26, 2019, at Holt United Methodist Church, 2321 N. Aurelius Rd.  His family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral service at the church on Tuesday.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan (https://www.hospiceswmi.org/waystogive/), or to the hospice of one’s choice.

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John Conaty
February 22, 2019 at 4:48 pm

God speed my friend. Your work is done you will be missed by many. Prayers for your family. I remember the good old days Deputy Walkington.

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Richard Skalski
February 22, 2019 at 9:46 pm

RIP old friend. Memories of our tailgate meetings at 4:00pm nearly every evening,drinking your beer. You will truly be missed by many.

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Todd Jenkins
February 22, 2019 at 9:59 pm

Mike, you were a great friend and mentor to me eventually resulting in me pursuing a Law Enforcement career. I am so lucky to have been a part of your family as a neighbor and taking care of Clifford and Kevin whenever you and Bev wanted a night out. You will be missed by so many. RIP My friend….

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Donna Riemersma
February 22, 2019 at 10:05 pm

So sad your gone my dear friend but will always be the only girl that had a key to the manhunt cause I was your cleaner you always told me make it pretty!

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Mike Wfe
February 22, 2019 at 11:21 pm

So sorry Pat. Our sympathy to the family. We love you, Mike and Margie

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Wilma Babcock
February 23, 2019 at 9:36 pm

I have so many memories I could share but not enough space. You were a cherished friend Mike. I am going to miss you like crazy and never forget the adventures we had.
Prayers to Cliff, Kevin, Andrew, Matt, Joyce and Snickers. You will always be in my heart.

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Deidre Sweet
February 24, 2019 at 7:06 am

Mike was such a faithful man. I enjoyed getting to know him when he and Joyce would visit at Almena UMC. I loved hearing his stories about law enforcement experiences, his business and his family. I have been blessed that I was given the opportunity to know him! I know that God’s first words to him will be “Well done, my good and faithful servant.” My prayers go out to Joyce and his family. May you find peace in knowing that it is not good-bye, but rather until we meet again in heaven.

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Dick Bommersbach
February 24, 2019 at 10:07 am

Mike was that neighbor everybody hopes for. Mike was the first to invite us to a gathering at his house even before we moved into our new house across the street from him. We shared many good times especially sitting on the tailgate of his truck and occasionally enjoying a beer. Surely the Lord has a special place for him. Our prayers for his family. R I P big guy.

Peace
Dick and Joy

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Ron Clevenger
February 24, 2019 at 11:30 am

A friend since Junior high school. I will never forget our great golf matches with Ken Eckman, Ted Bauer, Lynn Ried, Jimmy Rapp, Mike and I . Of course as Mike’s guest. A very generious friend with a great smile. Probably on the front ninexpensive with Ken and Jimmy. Hit em straight buddy.

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Virginia Page (Lou)
February 26, 2019 at 10:57 am

I baked 7 pies for him to receive the tackle box for fishing ! And a song to go along with it ! Mike thank you for such a wonderful friendship! For sharing your home your family ! The gulf outings and your smile !

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