Marvin Grady Walker, Sr. "DeDe", 76, of Olive Branch, MS strung his earthly bass for the last time on Tuesday, February 22, 2022 peacefully surrounded by his family. DeDe was born April 23, 1945 to Sidney and Margaret Walker of Memphis, TN.

He is survived by the love of his life of 56 years, Vondre Walker, Son, Marvin Walker, Jr., Daughters, Misty Allen(Chadd), Meloney Caruth(Brian), Mindy Justice(Kevin), Grandchildren, Myranda Bridges(Jacob), Amber Dykes(Matt), Britney Pollard(Justin), Gray Caruth(Lexus), Adriana Raiteri, Austin Allen, Brianna Walker, Emalee Justice, Brandon Walker, Kaylie Allen, Laina Justice, Kyndell Caruth and several great-grandbabies.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his sister (Pat Albonetti), daughter (Mia Walker) and Grandson Rusty Raiteri. He was a beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Musician that loved to be surrounded by his family, whom he loved more than anything. Dede was a lover of food and loved to cook. If you stopped by he and Vondre's house, you knew you were about to get fed a great meal, especially if it was at two o'clock. He will be greatly missed by anyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

The family will have visitation hours from 6:00 until 8:00 pm on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Passion Church, 983 Goodman Road West #105 Horn Lake, MS 38637. The funeral will take place on Friday, February 25, 2022 at 12:00 pm at Passion Church with burial to follow at Forest Hill Memorial Park South.

Arrangements are entrusted to High Point Funeral Home & Crematorium 3788 Summer Avenue Memphis, TN 38122.