Philip “Dale” Walker

September 8, 1944 – November 8, 2024

Philip “Dale” Walker, age 80 of Penhook passed away Friday, November 8, 2024. Dale reunited with the love of his life, Belinda Blankenship Walker, in their heavenly home on what would have been their 55th Wedding Anniversary. Dale was born September 8, 1944 in Penhook, Va. to William and Elizabeth Martin Walker. He was the youngest of 11 children, having five brothers and five sisters. He is survived by his three daughters, Serina L. Walker, Misty Walker Mollin (Erik) and Jessica Walker Scalf; four grandchildren, Hannah B. Mollin, Ryan W. Mollin, Ava G. Scalf and Brayden P. Scalf; his beloved Lab and best friend Millie; one sister, Pat Marlowe; mother-in-law, May Byrd Blankenship; sisters-in-law, Joyce Walker and Carolyn Walker. Dale was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Landis, Haynel, James, Larry and Danny Reid; sisters, Hazel Turner, Josephine Shorter, Lutie Walker and Kittie Hubbard. Dale worked for Prillaman and Pace for over 30 years. He was a proud Vietnam Veteran and a recipient of the Purple Heart. He was a member of Cool Springs Christian Church and loved his church family and singing in the choir. Dale loved flatfooting, bluegrass, gospel music and his 55 Buick Special. Visitation will be held at Flora Funeral Service on Sunday, November 10, 2024 from 4:00-6:00 pm. A private family graveside service will be held in the Walker Family Cemetery 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 11, 2024 with Chaplain Gareth Stephenson officiating. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.