Today our walk was dedicated in honor of :
Air Force A1C David Maxwell Walker II, Age 20 of Spring Hill, TN.
Died Jul. 31, 2012
David was born November 11, 1991 in Greenville, MS. He was a 2010 graduate of Spring Hill High School, and a member of the Spring Hill First Baptist Church.
“It is well known that Max was a ‘momma’s baby,'” his mother recalls. “He would always tell me he was never too big to sit in my lap.” He was always kind-hearted and loving toward others. His respect for those around him was evident in his life.
In his free time, Max enjoyed riding motorcycles and getting as muddy as he could, off-road. If there was something to tear up, Max would. He played paintball and computer games as well. In school, he was a member of the Spring Hill JROTC program. His JROTC Commanding Officer recounted his time with Walker when they began working together in 2008. “Cadet Walker was part of the program from its inception. During those years, I had the opportunity to observe numerous aspects of his leadership, teamwork, and mission accomplishments,” recounted CSM Stephen Williams. “He soon rose through the ranks to Staff Sergeant in the program and was recognized for his outstanding performance by receiving numerous awards and ribbons.”
He is buried in the Maury Memorial Gardens in Columbia, TN.
We had a great 6.75 Mile walk today. We walked from Sparta Hwy to 127 and headed towards down town. We met David’s mother Sarah and after our visit we stopped at the War Memorial Park. We then walked past Spar Gas and then stopped in and visited 5 of our Fallen brothers in the Crossville, City Cemetery. We then stopped by Tabor’s Furniture and read the Pledge of Allegiance on the side of their building. We then headed back home. I want to thank my friend Robert for walking with us today and I want to thank all who honked, waved, and saluted in helping us honor this hero today. We had 193 honks. It was amazing. Thank you.
Air Force A1C David Maxwell Walker II will not be forgotten !
