Rita Georgia Walker, age 81, passed away on October 29, 2025, in Pollock, Louisiana. She was born on February 22,1944 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to the late Isaiah "Gabe" Newton and Lou Ella (Hyatt) Harris. A faithful member of the Church of Christ, Rita lived a life defined by unwavering hospitality and devotion to her family. Her home was a gathering place, known for its open door and warm Sunday dinners, where all were welcomed. A hardworking mother, she met life's challenges with strength and resilience, working outside the home during rough times to ensure her family was cared for. Known for her impeccable sense of order, she always appreciated it when everything was in its place. Rita had no biological daughters, but she gained daughters through her sons' marriages, whom she loved dearly and passed on her passion for cooking and hosting at the dinner table. Her loving presence and generous spirit will be profoundly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cliff Walker.

Rita is survived by four sons, Clifton Brent Walker and wife, Cheryl of Decatur, Texas, Douglas Kent Walker and wife, Shellie of Fayetteville, Arkansas, Rodney Layne Walker and wife, Ronda of Alanta, Louisiana, Brody Wayne Walker and wife, Casey of Searcy, Arkansas; one sister, Betty Jean Best of Quartzsite, Arizonia; four grandsons; five granddaughters; three great grandsons; ten great granddaughters and a host of extended family.

Visitation will be 9:00 a.m., Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the Church of Christ located at 1136 S Ellis in Fayetteville, Arkansas with Pastor Scott Gage officiating.  Burial to follow at Burkshed Cemetery in Hindsville, Arkansas. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association .

Services will be live steamed on the church's website. https://www.southhillcoc.org/

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