Kevin (Tanky) WALKER

Date of Death: Thursday 15th January 2026 Town: Lisburn

WALKER, Kevin John (Tanky) – 15th January 2026. Peacefully at the Royal Victoria Hospital, surrounded by his family, aged 76 years. Late of Cottage Gardens, Lisburn. Dearly beloved husband of Eileen. Much loved Dad to Karen and David. Father-in-law of Ian and Grace. Adored Granda of Taylor, Jacob, Eden, Noah, Adam and Daniel. Will be sorely missed by the wider family and the many friends and colleagues he made during his many and varied walks through life.

House strictly private.

Family and friends welcome at Ronnie Thompson Funeral Directors, 20 Ballinderry Road, Lisburn, BT28 1UF on Tuesday 20th January between 6-8pm. A celebration of life will be held in Trinity Methodist Church, Ballymacoss Avenue, Lisburn BT28 2GX on Thursday 22nd January at 1.45pm; followed by a private family committal.

No flowers please. Donations, if desired, online via www.ronniethompson.co.uk or cheques payable to Mourne Mountain Rescue c/o Ronnie Thompson Funeral Directors.

Morning thoughts, evening memories and everlasting love.

Safely Home

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