Kenneth Poe Funeral Services

September 30, 2026

Doris Reece Walker of Charlotte, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026, at the age of 93. She was born on September 19, 1933, in Charlotte, the daughter of Ernest Victor Reece and Sallie Matthews Reece.

After graduating from Central High School in 1951 and attending King's College, Doris went to work as a legal secretary in Charlotte's old Law Building, where she met her husband, James E. "Bill" Walker. They married on August 16, 1953, and shared 40 years of marriage until his death.

Doris was a longtime member of Myers Park Baptist Church (now Myers Park Covenant Church), Myers Park Country Club, and the Charlotte City Club. She enjoyed her Garden Club, Bridge Club, and Antiques Group, and especially treasured the many wonderful friendships she made through them.

Playing tennis, reading, working crossword puzzles, dancing, and clipping interesting newspaper articles to share with her children brought Doris great joy. In her later years, she enjoyed the many activities and friendships at Southminster, where she resided at the time of her death.

Doris was preceded in death by her husband, James E. "Bill" Walker; her siblings, Gloria Long, Ernest Reece Jr., Jonnie Spry, and William "Bill" Reece; and several nieces and nephews.

She is survived by her son, James Edward "Jimmy" Walker, Jr. (Kim), and her daughter, Nancy Elizabeth Walker (Stephanie). She is also survived by Kim's daughter, Hayden Stimart, as well as many nieces and nephews.

The family held a private graveside service on October 2, 2026.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28204. (704) 641-7606. You can share an online condolence at www.kennethpoeservices.com.