Lewis Walker

Lewis Ray Walker, 79, of Dover, Tennessee, peacefully passed away at his home on the morning of June 18, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer disease. Surrounded by his loving family, Lewis found peace after battling the long illness.

Born on October 24, 1946, in Bear Spring, Tennessee, Lewis was the son of the late Clinton Lee Walker and Lille Mae Glasgow Walker. He was a proud graduate of W.T. Thomas School in Cumberland City, Tennessee.

Lewis was predeceased in death by his parents; his brothers, Delmus Walker and Charles Walker; his sisters, Helen Austin and Nell Nelson; his stepchildren, Amy Jagers and Jonathan Jagers; and his grandson, Jude Jagers.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 30 years, Gayle Walker; his sisters, Carrie (the late Gene) Whitehead and Carolyn (Donnie) Boyd; his stepchildren, Jeremiah (Carrie) Jagers, Joshua (Vanessa) Jagers, and Sarah (Ricky) McDaniel; his daughter-in-law, Robin Jagers; his beloved grandchildren, Synthia (Quez), Jordan (Alex), Jebediah (Maddie), Hannah, Violet, Sarah (Cody), Jered (Destiny), John (Keonni), Chelsea, Chase (Cassandra), Logan (Ally), Jessie, and Jenny; and his cherished great-grandchildren, Major, Majesty, Ariana, MJ, Miracle, Harmony, Austin, Dakota, Camden, Eliana, Leilani, Isabella, Walker, and Rylan.

Lewis spent most of his life in Tennessee and parts of Kentucky, building custom homes and earning a respected reputation as a Master Logger, a profession he truly loved. He believed that life was what you made of it and lived each day with honesty, integrity, loyalty, and an unmatched work ethic. Those who knew Lewis often described him as one of the hardest- working and most trustworthy men they had ever met.

He held a deep love for Dover and was especially proud of his roots in Bear Spring. Lewis also proudly served his country in the Army/Air Force National Guard as a rifleman, attaining the rank of Sergeant (E-5), from 1965 to 1971.

Throughout his battle with Alzheimer disease, Lewis and his family faced each day together with courage, faith, and love. While Alzheimer may have taken his memories, it never diminished the strength of his spirit or the love he shared with those around him. His family finds comfort in knowing he is now at peace.

Memorial services will be held at Anglin Funeral Home on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 3:00 pm. Visitation will be held Saturday, June 20, 2026 beginning at 1:00 pm at Anglin Funeral Home. For those who wish to share, the family would be happy to accept your written memories.

A special thanks go out to the Addus Hospice Healthcare Team - Angela and Crystal. A special thanks to Nikki Wallace, who fondly sat with him and provided the family with assistance over the last two years.

Lewis will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all whose lives were touched by his kindness, strength, and steadfast character. His legacy of hard work, honesty, and love for his family will live on for generations to come.

Arrangements are entrusted to Anglin Funeral Home, Dover, Tennessee. Online condolences may be made at anglinfuneralhome.com.