Empson E Walker

Empson E. Walker, was known for many prodigious accomplishments, but a simple act was his trademark: handing out hundreds of thousands of stickers emblazoned with the words “You Done Good.” Empson presented these to friends as well as strangers whom he wanted to thank and encourage. This extraordinary gesture exemplified Empson’s heart of gratitude and service. Empson went home to his Lord and Savior on March 4, 2025. Born December 29, 1930, to Empson E. Walker and Elizabeth Jane Chambers Walker, he graduated high school at the Webb School in Bell Buckle, Tennessee. He studied business administration at the University of Tennessee at Martin, followed by service in the U.S. Army, where he served honorably until his discharge. Empson spent 35 years with Sears Roebuck and Co., retiring as the National Manager of Catalog Sales, which required traveling the country and leading a team of dedicated employees. Empson had a heart for Christ and exemplified leadership and compassion. He and his wife, Elizabeth, were faithful members of Custer Road United Methodist Church, where they met lifelong friends. Empson’s passion was serving his family, friends and community. He faithfully served with the North Texas Food Bank, Rotary Club, Methodist Men’s Club, the Junior Chamber of Commerce and as a lay speaker with the United Methodist Church. He also devoted himself to uplifting and serving friends throughout the country. Empson always sought to encourage people with whom he came in contact. He will be remembered with great love and compassion by all who knew him. Empson was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Ann Walker Jackson and David Chambers Walker. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Elizabeth Walker; daughter Suzanne Moore and her husband, Alan; daughter Sharon Hodgin and her husband, Norris; son Stephen Walker and his wife, Cathy; and daughter Amy Greene and her husband, Michael. Empson adored his grandchildren, Kathryn Forney and her husband, Drake; Garrett and Elizabeth Greene; Will Hodgin; Avery Jones and her husband, Henry; Lauren, Austin and Megan Moore; Alex Walker; and his great grandchildren, Houston and Sailor Forney. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Martha Walker; nieces Ellen Atkins, Beth Halling, Janet McPhee, Beverly Rhines, Carol Scarborough, LeighAnn Sinclair and Elizabeth Jane Walker; and nephews Chris Claybrook, David Crenshaw and Mark Walker. The family would especially like to thank W.O. and Jody Seale for their years of friendship and service to Empson and Elizabeth. A celebration of Empson’s life will be held Friday, March 7, 2025, beginning at 1p.m. at Custer Road United Methodist Church in Plano, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Rev. Jack and Clara Gibson Fund at Custer Road United Methodist Church.

Empson E Walker

December 29, 1930 - March 4, 2025