Chilton "Chet" Thomas Walker

July 2, 1937 - July 19, 2010

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Services:
 

Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 23rd, 2010 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Maryland with Rev. Paul Goodwin officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, Maryland.

Visitation:
  The Family will receive friends on Thursday, July 22, 2010 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, Maryland where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.
 

Chilton T. “Chet” Walker, 73, of Leonardtown, MD and formerly of Suitland, MD died July 19, 2010 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Leonardtown, MD. Born July 2, 1937 in Fredericksburg, VA he was the son of the late Horace Elmo and Vernie Elizabeth (Humphries) Walker. He was the loving husband of the late Norma Jeanne Walker whom he married on April 4, 1959 in Mount Calvary Church in Forestville, MD. He is survived by his children; Bonnie Jeanne Walker of Leonardtown, MD, Daniel Chilton “Danny” Walker (Beth Currie)  of Leonardtown, MD and Susan “Soozie” Ann Walker- Musselman of Waldorf, Maryland as well as six grandchildren; Lacey Santora, Ashley Walker, Graig Musselman, Courtney Sue Santora, Dominick Santora and Dalton Walker four great grandchildren; Trinity, Scarlett, Kaylee and Rileigh.  Chet is also survived by his sister Brenda D’Antuono of Selbyville, DE. He was preceded in death by his grandson Daniel Joseph Thomas Walker. Chet graduated from Suitland High School’s “Class of 1955” and opened up his own businesses after high school. He was the owner of Chet’s Decorating Center, Chet’s Pool Center and Regal Pool’s for over 40 years. Chet became a St. Mary’s County resident in 1988 after relocating from Charles County. Chet belonged to the Waldorf Christian Businessman’s Association, Kiwanis Club and the Mason’s Seat Pleasant’s Lodge 218 which he was Past master from 1976-1977. He was a family man and was an avid Redskins fan. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, fishing, wood working and making award winning fishing rods. The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 22, 2010 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD, where prayers will be said at 7:00PM.   Funeral services will be held on Friday, July 23rd, 2010 at 10:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD with Rev. Paul Goodwin officiating. Interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, Maryland. Pallbearers will be Danny Walker, Lacey Santora, Dominick Santora, Dalton Walker, Joshua Knepp and Willie Ridgell. Honorary Pallbearers will be Graig Musselman, Ray D'Antuono and Mike Roberts.

Guestbook Signatures and Condolences

"I am sorry to learn of your loss. I have many memories of "Chet" and the days on Rosedell."
- Myrna Wade
- Posted: Wednesday, August 18, 2010

"My thoughts and prayers go out to the Walker Family. May he rest in peace."
- Burnita Weaver
- Posted: Monday, August 2, 2010

"Brenda so sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember Chet as you big brother and later as baby sitter to his kids."
- Shirley Myers McIntosh
- Posted: Saturday, July 31, 2010

"Bonnie, Lacey, Danny & Family - We are so sorry for your loss. We have many fond memories of Chet as a neighbor and friend. Our thoughts & prayers are with each of you as you go through this difficult time. Hugs & Love always..."
- Suzi & Robby Spalding
- Posted: Tuesday, July 27, 2010

"Danny, Bonnie and family: I was so sorry to hear about your father and grandfather. May your many special memories of happy and healthy times together bring each of you comfort. I continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers."
- Bev Jackson
- Posted: Monday, July 26, 2010

"To Chet's family, Chet was a good man and I have many good and fun memories of Chet! Sorry for your loss. Phil Cranford"
- phil cranford
- Posted: Friday, July 23, 2010

"Brenda, Ray, and Family: Thinking of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. "
- Carmela and Jerry Groves
- Posted: Friday, July 23, 2010

"Brenda and Ray and family our thoughts and prayers are with you."
- Pete & Libby D'Antuono
- Posted: Thursday, July 22, 2010

"Danny, you and your Dad always greeted my husband and I with your "what can we do for you today" attitude and smile when we entered Chet's Pool Store. Your services kept our pool happy and our daughters, too, for years. Cherish your many memories of your Dad and times together. "
- Frances Titus
- Posted: Thursday, July 22, 2010

"Dominick and Family: Keeping you in our hearts and prayers. Your Pops loved all of you so much. Remember the wonderful times you shared together. He will be with you always. Please call us if you need anything. "
- Allen, Debbie, Holly and family Settle
- Posted: Thursday, July 22, 2010

"Danny and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Keep your memories of your dad close to your heart. Hopefully they can help you get through this hard time. If you need anything, let me know."
- Weez Pritchard
- Posted: Thursday, July 22, 2010

"To the Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I was so sorry to hear about the death of Mr. Walker. I know he will be missed. "
- Betty Murphy
- Posted: Thursday, July 22, 2010

"To Chet's family, my deepest condolences on his passing. I first met Chet when I bought a pool(Leonardtown Centre store) and have been friends ever since. He always made me smile. What a nice man. He will be missed by all who knew him. God bless you all."
- Shirley Copado
- Posted: Thursday, July 22, 2010

"Danny & Family~ May you find peace in the wonderful memories that you have during this most difficult time. Please know that your family in in our thought and prayers. "What the caterpillar calls the end, the butterfly calls the beginning." "
- Laura & Patrick Floyd
- Posted: Wednesday, July 21, 2010

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Bonnie, Dominic call us if you need anything. "
- Kenny & Shawn Carter
- Posted: Wednesday, July 21, 2010

"To Dominic-We are so sorry for your loss-I know your grandad meant the world to you. Cherish your wonderful memories of him and hold him close to your heart"
- Mary, John and Family Bohanan
- Posted: Wednesday, July 21, 2010

"To Dominic and Family: The team shares in your grief and just want you to know that we are here for you. We are so sorry for your loss,we know how special your grandad was to you. Sincerely, Your Teammates"
- LHS Wrestling Team
- Posted: Wednesday, July 21, 2010

"Danny & Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. May he rest in peace."
- Brenda Webb
- Posted: Wednesday, July 21, 2010

"Our sincere condolences on your loss. Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Your Dad/GrandFather knows how much he was loved and immensely cared for. Be strong! "
- Susan & Glenn Lobas
- Posted: Wednesday, July 21, 2010

"Brenda & Ray my prayers are with you and Chet's Family today. Wayne"
- Wayne Brizendine
- Posted: Wednesday, July 21, 2010

"Danny &Family: I am so sorry for your loss...."
- Larry & Cora Norris
- Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010

" Brenda and Ray and family wish we could be with you but their is no distance in prayer, God is faithful and he will give you strength to face each day. we love you from South Carolina Judy and Mickey"
- Judy Mickey Gardner
- Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010

"Chet was a warm and loving friend and I will miss him. He faced life with grace and dignity and was very loved."
- `Joyce & Richard `Williams
- Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010

"To the Family,Our thought's and prayer's are with you at this diffcult time. So sorry for your loss, Chet will be missed."
- John,Dukie,Cindy Ridgell
- Posted: Tuesday, July 20, 2010