Mrs. Daisy Julia McCoy Walker

Mrs. Daisy Julia "Boot" McCoy Walker, eldest of three children born to the late Woodrow and Lillian Kyser McCoy was born March 20, 1948, in Columbia, SC. On Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 5:17 P.M., God, in his infinite wisdom, called Daisy from labor to reward at Lexington Medical Center, Lexington, SC, surrounded by family and friends. She gave her life to Christ at an early age and joined Chappelle Memorial AME Church. Mrs. Daisy McCoy Walker was a lifelong Chappelle Memorial AME Church member and the granddaughter of the late Mrs. Daisy Washington Kyser, one of the founding members of Chappelle Memorial AME Church. Daisy was educated in the public schools of Richland One and graduated from Booker T. Washington High School class of 1966, where she was a member of the "BTW Marching 100" and Concert Bands. With the support and encouragement of her parents, she continued her education at Benedict College, Columbia, SC, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and a Master of Education from South Carolina State University. A consummate educator, Daisy furthered her educational studies at the University of South Carolina, the Citadel, and Clemson University. She was most proud that she graduated from Allen University Preschool with a PH. D. in play, based on three years of attendance. Mrs. Walker served as a teacher in Warrenton, Georgia, Orangeburg, SC, and retired from Richland School District One after thirty-six years of professional employment as an educator. Recognizing the importance of Christ and faith, Daisy was a devout servant of God. She was involved in the church's operation since the cradle, attended and served in various capacities. Her service and dynamic devotion included being a Sunday school scholar and being a member of the Jr. Choir and Usher Board. As an active member of the church school, she participated in many special activities and programs. Throughout her teenage and young adult years, she was a delegate to the Youth/Sunday School Convention, taught Church School and Vacation Bible School, served lunch to the VBS students, and escorted younger children to and from church activities to instill the word of God, foster strong Christian relationships and ensure a safe return to their homes. Daisy unselfishly assisted the Christian Education Director in many instances. Daisy was her legs and arms, and she would faithfully obtain materials and snacks to ensure things went smoothly. She served as Christian Education Director for over twenty years, joyfully served as a member of the Chancel Choir, Angels in Christ Women's Missionary Society (past secretary), Trustee Board (past secretary), Stewardess Board One, Scholarship Committee, Martin L. King Jr. Program Committee, and was a former recipient of Woman of the Year 2001-02. Daisy faithfully served as Trustee Emeritus. She was active in her community, serving as secretary of Quail Creek Neighborhood Crime Watch Association and delivered lunches to the children of the Melrose Heights Community with the Feed a Kid Program. Daisy also volunteered with Melrose Heights Park, administering to children and senior citizens. Additionally, she was a member of the NAACP and served on the board of the Richland County Education Association. She was a past member of the following organizations and associations: South Carolina Education Association, National Education Association, John W. Work Chorus, and Council for Exceptional Children. In addition to her parents, Daisy was predeceased by her husband, the love of her life, Johnny L. Walker, after thirty-eight years of marriage, and a loving sister, Wilma A. McCoy. She leaves to cherish precious memories: a loving sister, Palenthia McCoy, of the home; one brother-in-law, James Walker (Frances) of Virginia; three loving godchildren, William Walker of Lexington, SC, Whitney Walker of Lexington, SC, and Breanna Walker of Charlotte, NC. nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of loving relatives and friends. The family of Mrs. Walker ask that all donations be made to the Chappelle Memorial AME church building fund.

Mrs. Daisy Julia McCoy Walker

March 20, 1948 - November 16, 2024