Andrea Inge Walker

Andrea Inge Walker, daughter of the late Karlheinz Finzel and Gertrud Boecker Finzel, was born on April 10, 1962 in Remseck Am Neckar, Germany. As a young girl, Andrea grew up in Ingelfingen, Germany and attended school there and two years of trade school. From 1980 - 1989, Andrea worked for Berner GMB H and then moved to Kitzingen, Germany. After moving to Kitzingen, Andrea was united in marriage to Robert Oelke in 1990. From 1991 to 1996, they lived in several different duty stations and during that time their daughter, Jessica was born. In 1996, the family of three moved to Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. In 1997, Andrea began working for AAFEs in the bookstore and did so for ten years becoming the Senior Store Associate. In 2001, Andrea and Robert divorced and she decided to stay in the Waynesville area. On May 30, 2003, Andrea was united in marriage to Phillip Martin Walker and they shared over three years together before Phillip preceded her in death on November 27, 2006. After leaving the bookstore on post, Andrea began working at the Paradise Deli and enjoyed serving all of her customers until 2012 when she had to quit due to her health. In her spare time, Andrea loved being outdoors; you could find her in the pool, the garden or out on the river fishing. Her main thrill was 4-wheeling in her Jeep and she was a member of the Military Jeep Club. She loved caring for her dogs Manning and Daisy and being a foster caregiver for the local humane society. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Andrea passed away Sunday, November 26, 2017 in her home having attained the age of 55 years. She will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved her. Andrea leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter: Jessica Clayton of Waynesville, MO; two sisters: Elke Hanson of Clarksville, TN and Silvia Bender of the state of Florida; brother-in-law: Bert Cooper of the state of Kentucky; two grandchildren: Malik and Mikah Clayton; best friend and caregiver: Diane Sears; numerous nieces and nephews; her companions, dogs Manning and Daisy; other relatives and friends. A special note of thanks to the Phelps County Regional Hospice team, especially Mindy Warren and Missy Stallings, for their care of Andrea during her last days. Celebration of Life services were held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, December 2, 2017 at Andrea’s residence. Arrangements were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Andrea Walker and may be left at the funeral home.

Andrea Inge Walker

April 10, 1962 - November 26, 2017