Ronda Kay Walker

Ronda Kay Walker, age 67 years, a resident of rural Grantsburg, Illinois, passed away Monday, December 28, 2020, at 11:38 AM at her home. Ronda was born August 17, 1953 in Benton Harbor, Michigan. She was the eldest child born to Ronald Beilman and Shirley (Grant) Beilman. On October 18, 1992, Ronda was united in marriage to Steve Walker in Benton Harbor, Michigan. He survives. In addition to her husband, Ronda is survived by: her father – Ronald Beilman of Berrien Center, Michigan; her children – Kara Youngblood of Sodus, Michigan, Jake (Michelle) Griffin of Paducah, Kentucky, and Travis Walker of Metropolis; 7 grandchildren – Aaron, Jason, and Kaleb Youngblood, Gabriel Alderdice, Jacob and Aidan Griffin, and Addy Walker; her siblings – Valerie Critzer of Eau Claire, Michigan, Frank Beilman of Niles, Michigan, and Amy (Jon) Petrasek of Lawrence, Michigan; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In addition to her mother, Ronda was preceded in death by: an infant granddaughter – Elaina Walker; and a sister – Joan Beilman. Ronda was a skilled artisan. She wove rugs, made homeopathic soaps and scrubs. Ronda truly embraced the concept of “cottage industry.” She earned her certification in food sanitation and baked homemade pastries and breads. She was instrumental in the local development and growth of the farmer’s market. She had a “green thumb” and loved raising all types of plants. Ronda also enjoyed reading. She was musical and enjoyed playing the piano. She looked forward annually to the Fort Massac Encampment and never tired of sharing her wealth of knowledge. Ronda is remembered as a “lifelong learner.” Her annual resolution was to take a subject or to learn a skill which she knew nothing about, and immerse herself into learning as much as she could about it. Ronda also had a true love for Harleys and muscle car races. She was a member of many organizations, including – The spinners & weavers society and the horticulture society. She also taught in the home schooling community. Ronda had a deep faith and was an ordained pastor through Principles For Life Ministries in Ledbetter, Kentucky. A celebration of Ronda’s life will be conducted Saturday, January 2, 2021, from 12 Noon – 3 PM at her home. Memorials may be made to Eagle House Ministries, 3590 State Route 37 North, Buncombe, Illinois 62912.

Ronda Kay Walker

August 17, 1953 - December 28, 2020