Obituary for Bennie Lynn Walker (1959-2017)

Bennie Lynn Walker  1959 - 2017 

Bennie Lynn Walker, 57, of Arnold, passed away May 1, 2017, at his home.  Bennie was born to Norman E. and Mary Ann (Seda) Walker May 11, 1959, in North Platte. He graduated from Arnold High School in 1978.  

You could always find him tinkering with automobiles and lawn mowers. He worked for various farmers in the community and was a custodian at Arnold Public Schools for 18 years. At the time of his death, he helped Glen Weinman whenever his health permitted. 

Bennie was united in marriage to Marlyn Sue Larsen Nov. 5, 1983. To this union, three children were born, Jean Ann, Edward Lynn and Eugene Dale.  Bennie was preceded in death by his daughter, Jean Ann; and his parents, Norman and Mary Ann Walker.  He is survived by his wife, Marlyn Sue; sons, Edward Lynn of Jefferson City, Mo., and Eugene Dale of Arnold; one brother, Dale (Nyla) Walker of Hershey; and a sister, Norma Walker and her special friend David Dibbern of North Platte. 

Cremation was chosen. Book signing will be Friday, May 5, from 1 - 5 p.m. at the Arnold Funeral Home.  Services will be Saturday, May 6, at 2 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Arnold.  

Internment will be in the Arnold Cemetery following the services.  Memorials are suggested to the Bennie Walker Memorial Fund, c/o the family at P.O. Box 52, Arnold, NE 69120. 

Arnold Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Published in the Custer County Chief , May 11, 2017.

Bennie was my second cousin.  His father Norman was my Dad's first cousin.


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