Darrell "Big Darrell" Wayne Walker I

Darrell Wayne Walker I, 49 of Waco went to heaven to receive his reward on Saturday, July 12, 2014. His celebration services are scheduled for Saturday, July 19, 2014, 11:00a.m., at Pleasant Olive Missionary Baptist Church with Dr. Edward Ross officiating. A Wake will be held Friday, July 18, 2014 from 6:00- 8:00 pm at Connally / Compton Funeral Directors Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made at any Chase Bank c/o Kenneth Mayes: Account #612512801.

My Story ……………………

Darrell Wayne Walker I, affectionately known as “Big Darrell” was born to the parentage of the late James and LuVella London Walker on April 8, 1965. Being the “baby” of six, he was truly spoiled, but in spite of that he was full of “mother’s wit and wisdom” for his age.

Darrell graduated from Jefferson Moore High School in 1983 and was very active in athletics. His favorite sport was football and he excelled as a linebacker. He was loved and admired by his classmates, faculty and peers.

After graduating from high school, he attended McLennan Community College. During his studies, he found the time to marry the love of his life, his high school sweetheart, Sevela Michelle on November 2, 1984. They shared a story book romance that lasted over 32 years. During this union the Lord blessed them with four beautiful children: Darrell Wayne I, Tiffany Monique, Bianca A’Jahn, and Hailee Noel.

Darrell began his working career as the Night Manager at Taco Torch during high school. After graduating from high school, he began a career at Coca-Cola where he was employed as a Vending Mechanical Engineer for 17 years. While working at Coca-Cola, he continued his education at MCC studying to be a Radiologist. While studying and working, he was offered a job with the United States Postal Service. He worked there from 2000 until his demise despite his medical condition.

Darrell never met a stranger and was loved by everyone that he came in contact with. His smile could light up a room! He was a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and nephew. To know Darrell was to love him!

Darrell will truly be missed because he was a gentle, giant of a man that was known as an encourager, counselor and God-fearing man. Even though his body grew weak and weary, he never complained. He exemplified extraordinary strength and faith. “His charming ways and smiling face are a pleasure to recall. He had a kindly word for each and died beloved to all.”

Darrell was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Ronnie Mosley Sr. and Michael Walker.

Friday, July 12, 2014, Darrell stood on the banks of Jordan and caught the Old Ship of Zion to his new home. He leaves to cherish his memories: a loving and devoted wife, Sevela Michelle; a son: Darrell II “Lil’ D”, Houston, Tx; three daughters: Tiffany “Tiffy Mojo”, Bianca “Tainta”, and Hailee “Shushe”, all of Waco, Tx; god-son, Elijah Boarman; father-in-law, Rev. Melvin Dowdy (Raynell), Houston, Tx; two brothers: James Terry Walker II (Judy) and Jesse Walker I, Waco, Tx; two sisters: Valla Walker Ware, Arlington, Tx and Sheila Walker, Waco, Tx; great aunt, Victoria Webster; great uncle, Lonnie Graves; one brother-in-law: Peter Dowdy; a sister-in-law: Kristen Dowdy, both of Houston, Texas; numerous aunts and uncles and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Arrangements under the direction of Connally-Compton Funeral Directors, Waco, TX.