MCpl Arthur Robert Walker, CD (Ret'd)
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We regret to advise that Master Corporal Arthur Robert Walker (Ret'd) of Abbotsford, BC passed away peacefully on 16 February 2012 at the age of 80.
Born in Rossland, BC, Art joined the Royal Canadian Engineers in 1948 and his military career took him to many points in Canada and Germany as well as to Korea and Egypt with the United Nations. His last posting was to the Canadian Forces School of Military Engineering in 1969 as an Instructor in Trades Training until he retired in 1974. After retirement he immediately launched into a new career as a heavy equipment operator with the District of Matsqui until retirement in 1994.
A celebration of his life with a gathering of family and friends will be held Saturday, 25 February. In lieu of flowers donations to the BC Children’s Hospital or a charitable organization close to your heart would be appreciated. {khMay2016}