Gerald Bernard “Jerry” Walker, 73, a resident of Federalsburg, MD and former resident of Shady Side passed away February 11, 2015 at his residence. Jerry was born November 9, 1941 in Strattanville, PA to Edward D. and Catherine M. (Boyles) Walker. He was raised in Youngstown, OH and graduated from North High School. He married Terri K. Shimer June 9, 1963 and they lived in Capitol Heights and Lothian, and settled in Shady Side in 1989. Jerry was employed as an engineer at the former Capital Center in Largo, MD and had been retired since 2004. He was a member of the Deale Elks Lodge 2528 and the Largo VFW. In his leisure time Jerry enjoyed travel, his pet Chihuahuas, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Terri; sons Daniel M. Walker and wife Kathy of Chesapeake Beach, Kenneth R. Walker of Tampa, FL, and Edward E. Walker of Shady Side. Also surviving are grandchildren Daniel, Jr., Jessica and Zachary Walker; a sister Carolyn Taylor and husband Ron of Barstow, FL; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.