John L. Walker, Jr.

John L. Walker, Jr., age 63, of Dearborn Heights, formerly of Royal Oak and Ann Arbor, passed away January 19, 2023. He was born on October 23, 1959 in Atlanta, Georgia; son of John L. Walker and Mary Ann Tanner. He graduated early from St. Hedwig High School in Detroit; Class of 1976.  Following high school, he attended Mercy College of Detroit where he earned an associate degree in Mathematics.  He was united in marriage to Connie E. Wegge on March 17, 2013; they were lovingly devoted to one another for 9 years.

John worked as a Safety Manager for Exedy Globalparts Corporation in Van Buren TWP.  He had previously worked at Bedrock Detroit as a Director of Field Services.

John was a member of Fatboy Jeepers of Indiana and spent countless hours jeeping.  He  had an extensive gun collection and liked target shooting and hunting.  He enjoyed fishing for anything he could hook in a boat or from the shore.  John was incredibly generous with his time and loved to help people.  Often accused of over volunteering he was always willing to help a friend in need.  Known as a “jack of all trades”, John was adventurous and always willing to try anything.  He was always up for a challenge and liked to do what others said could not be done.   He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and was a part of a motorcycle club for numerous years.  One that his kids grew up in, riding on the backs of everyone's bikes.  He also enjoyed snowboarding.  When his children were younger, they spent weekends racing RC cars; he also served as a boy scout leader.  Recently, John spent time traveling to the SEMA shows in Las Vegas and his favorite destinations of Hawaii and Sedona, Arizona.   He was a great cook and had a special talent for grilling and smoking.   An avid reader, he preferred books by Tom Clancy.  John loved his dog, Micco Sig and his cat, Trouble.  He adored his grandchildren and cherished the time they spent together.  John was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend; he will be missed by all who loved him.

John is survived by his loving wife, Connie E. Wegge; his children, John (Tracy) Walker, III, Jessica Walker, and Ashley (Michael) D’Angelo; his grandchildren; Isabella, Peyton, and Owen; and his siblings, Rick Walker, Cathy Green, Tammy Brown, and Joe (Julie) Walker.  He was preceded in death by his father John Walker; his stepmother, Margaret Walker; his mother, Mary Ann Tanner; and his sister, Merry Williams.

Memorial Visitation will be held Thursday, January 26, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 6:00 p.m. at Casterline Funeral Home, 122 West Dunlap, Northville.  Those not able to join the family in time for the service are welcome to join them at Genitti’s Restaurant for a Celebration of Life immediately following.

In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorial contributions to Jaimes5kids.com .