Eugene P. Walton, 82 of Banning, California went to be with his Lord on July 11th, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Edith Loraine Walton; His two daughters: Cherene Walton of Salem, Oregon and Louise (Jim) Richison of Salem, Oregon; sister Carol (Jack) of San Bernardino, California. He was preceded in death by his son, Robert Dean Walton.
Eugene served on the U.S.S. Curtiss AV4 in 1956-57. He was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1960.
Eugene worked for the County of San Bernardino Regional Parks Department for most of his career. His most recent position was at Yucaipa Regional Park as Asst. Superintendent. He retired there in 1994 and did volunteer work there for the next 25 years.
Gene loved to read, write, travel and do photography.
He said that the greatest decision he ever made was to receive Jesus Christ into his heart and life. He will be sorely missed by his family and friends.
There will be a graveside service July 22nd at 9:45 AM at Riverside National Cemetery.
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