Margo Patrice Walker was born September 4, 1953, to William James and Joyce Margaret Hargo Walker in Mansfield, Ohio, both of whom preceded her in death.
Always independent, Margo moved to Columbus as a young woman in her early 20’s. Her career path and social consciousness eventually lead her to helping others overcome adversity as a hearings officer with the state of Ohio.
Margo retired from her job with the state after 30 years’ service. Still a young woman, she devoted herself to ensuring the final days of her mother were comfortable and peaceful. That devotion to family and friends was, indeed, the hallmark of Margo’s existence; if you were hungry, she made sure you were fed (a better cook you’ll not find), if you were in need she would go as far as she possibly could to try to alleviate that need.
Margo is survived by her husband, Henry L. Jackson II of Columbus; brother, Stephen K. Walker, of Gahanna; sister, Twila J. Walker, of Worthington; nieces Shantokie R. and Gillian I. Walker, and nephew Paris D. Walker, as well as especially loved great-nephews Elijah A., Jeremiah K. and Cameron Walker, along with great-niece Aizlyn J. Walker.
Acknowledgement must go out to special friends Nona Hollingsworth, of Reynoldsburg, and godsons Andre and Aaron Hollingsworth, of Grand Rapids and Reynoldsburg, respectively. With special mention of life-long friend Alan Carter, of Mansfield. To “sisters” Carole Fisher and Margaret J. Parker-Jett, both of Columbus – you know how deep her love for you was.
Visitation 1:00 PM and Memorial Service 2:00 PM Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at The Chapel of Peace East, 5456 East Livingston, Columbus, Ohio 43232. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave.
My heart hurts so bad right now. I lost my best friend of 41 years. I will always cherish the memories and there are many. Margo was there in my bad times and good. I love you so much my friend and you knew that. Praying for her husband and siblings may God give you the strength you need to endure.
Love you my forever friend Rest In Peace
To the family I’m so sorry for your loss. Margo, touched so many lives in the very best way. I’m grateful I got the chance to know her as both a colleague and a friend.
My sincere condolences to The Walker Jackson Families. May you know that she’s at peace. Praying for your families.
Michael O. Swarn
My deepest Condolences to The Jackson and Walker Families. Margo will be greatly missed. May God bless the family and keep you all in His care. My prayers be with you all.
Steve and Twila, my heart-felt condolences for the loss of your beautiful sister.
The following scripture helped me through the loss of my parents, my amazing special friend, Sharon Parsons, and my husband. I pray that it comforts you as it did me.
PSALMS 116:15 PRECIOUS IN THE SIGHT OF TJE LORD IS THE DEATH OF HIS SAINTS.
My sincere condolences to Margo’s family and friends. My heart hurts knowing the loss to all who knew or was an acquaintance of Margo. Margo was a guiding light for me professionally and personally and I will forever be thankful for her and the privilege of having known her. Rest In Peace dear Margo.
Please recieve my most sincere condolences on the loss of dear Margo. She and I began our careers as State Hearing Officers together. All of my job and Family Services memories include her. Margo was always loving, caring and thoughtful. Everyone’s children were hers. May her memory always be a blessing.
My sincere condolences to the family.
My condolences to the Walker Family whom we grew up with our deepest heartfelt condolences love and prayers ❤️
My deepest sympathies to the Walker Jackson families. Margo was a caring colleague at ODJFS. She was well known for her excelling cooking and event planning. She was a wonderful person and light in so many lives.