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Updated: 9:33 PM Jan 26, 2008
Collinsville VFD Chief Killed in Accident
Clyde Walker was responding to an accident when his truck went off the road and hit a tree Posted: 3:51 PM Jan 26, 2008Reporter: Chris Brennaman Email Address: chris.brennaman@wtok.com |
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Clyde("Uncle Junior") treated every call as if it were a member of his family. Any time he got a call on his radio, (which was always on and always turned up as loud as it would go) You had better not be in his way. His presence was always known, you knew when he came into a room and you knew when he left. He was a unique individual that I truly enjoyed being around, He would always liven up a conversation and made every family function entertaining. He will truly be missed by everyone who knew him.
In 2005,I worked with Clyde on a murder investigation. Clyde stayed with us for two days, while we looked for a murder weapon and was very helpful to us. He was a great example of volunteer service in Lauderdale county. I have a lot of respect for this publice servant. Collinsville and Lauderdale County will truly miss Clyde. It is my prayer that God comfort and bless Clyde's family during this time.
Never knew Mr. Clyde personally, but felt like I knew him. As a Volunteer Firefighter for over 20 years, I've monitored Lauderdale Co., and have always had a respect for Mr. Clyde, as I could tell he was a dedicated and good person. People like him give our Communities a foundation and role model to build on. Our Prayers to the Walker Family.
Mr. Walker was, if I remember correctly, the first person I interviewed after moving to Meridian for my first job in news. He was the director of what was then the department of welfare. Though somewhat shy with the media, he was always cordial and helpful. Within seconds of an emergency call going out for Collinsville, he was on the radio to respond. No one showed more dedication to volunteer service. May God comfort his family and many friends. He was truly one of the good guys.
Chief Walker was about as good as they come. I cannot remember a call going out to Collinsville when he would not be the first on the air to respond. He was a good man, and prayers to his family. He will be missed....