The Official Service
Of
Unveiling The Mourning Drapery
In Memory of
His Grace, The Most Reverend
William Howard Walker, Sr
April 30, 1930 – November 3, 2008
Saturday, The Thirteenth Day of December In The Year Of Our Lord Two Thousand Eight
2:00 pm
Amityville Full Gospel Tabernacle
30 Brefni Street, Amityville, NY 11701
Establishmentarians Bishop William H and Elder Beatrice E. Walker
Elder William H. Walker II, Senior Pastor
His Grace The Most Reverend Keith Wright Officiating
His Grace The Most Reverend J. Raymond Mackey I, Homilist
Biography / Obituary
Bishop William H. Walker, Sr.
His Grace, Bishop William H. Walker, Sr., founder of Amityville Full Gospel Tabernacle, went home to be with the Lord on
November 3, 2008. He was called from his earthly labor to his home in glory at the North Shore Long Island Jewish Hospital in the
Cohen Pavilion wing (translated as Priest – in Hebrew).
William H. Walker was born to the late Henry and Ruth Walker in Corona, New York on April 25, 1930. He graduated from Jamaica
High School in New York City. He enlisted and served in the United States Air Force in 1947 and received an honorable discharge in
January 1952 as a Sergeant.
After accepting the Lord in February 1953, he attended Bethel Gospel Tabernacle. There he met and married the lovely Beatrice Ellis
on March 12, 1955. From this union there are four children, Deon, Melanie, Wesley, and William, II. He was a dedicated husband and
a loving father. His family could always count on him. He was employed by Brooklyn Union Gas Company for thirty years. In 1991 he
retired at the level of Master General Foreman and went into full time ministry.
Elder Walker attended and graduated from Bethel Bible Institute in 1957. In November 1960 he was divinely directed by the late
Bishop Roderick R. Caesar, Sr. to lead Sunday School and Wednesday night prayer meetings in Amityville in the home of Mother
Augusta Spencer.
The ministry began to grow rapidly. The first Sunday morning service took place in the “Old Fire House” on Rosewood Avenue, with
Elder William H. Walker and other ministers preaching on alternating Sundays. In September 1961, under the direction of Bishop
Roderick R. Caesar, Sr., Elder William Walker was installed as the permanent Pastor of Amityville Gospel Tabernacle. The property
was later purchased and regular services were conducted in a renovated two car garage. Elder Walker was known for his heart for
evangelistic outreach. The ministry quickly became characterized by its powerful tent meetings and street outreach services.
In 1971, God called his brother-in-law William Johnson, who was a building contractor, to spearhead the building of the current
edifice. The groundbreaking ceremony was conducted on Saturday, March 27, 1971. Finally on November 25, 1973 the building was
completed and dedicated. In 1981 the church was incorporated as Amityville Full Gospel Tabernacle.
After 37 years of ministry, God elevated Elder Walker to the office of Bishop. He was consecrated on March 28, 1998. He graciously
occupied the office, bringing guidance and leadership to many ministries including Ebenezer Gospel Church in Gates, North Carolina,
under the leadership of Elders James and Audrey Sanders. His influence was extended to many churches locally, across the country,
and internationally. Bishop Walker was a prolific teacher and preacher who trained and equipped hundreds of people for the ministry
and witnessed the raising up of pastors, evangelists, missionaries, and dedicated workers across the globe.
He lived a life of integrity and was known as a powerful man of God who was humble but fearless, quiet but powerful, unassuming but
a great and unique vessel of the Lord. His passion was always to reach the lost and to stand in the gap as a mighty intercessor.
Bishop Walker was retired from the full time Pastorate in March 2004, but continued as the Bishop and Overseer of Amityville Full
Gospel Tabernacle along with his wife Elder Beatrice Walker, who served faithfully by his side. His sons, William H. Walker, II, who is
currently the Pastor and Wesley Walker the Minister of Music, also faithfully assisted him in the ministry. Bishop Walker was involved
in the Ministerial Alliance of North Amityville, H.E.V.N. (a community alliance against gang violence), and other community based
organizations.
He leaves to cherish his memory his darling wife and faithful partner in the ministry of 53 years, Mother Beatrice Walker and his
children: Deon (Sabrina) Walker, Melanie Walker, Wesley (Angie) Walker, and Pastor William (First Lady Peggy) Walker, II. He also
leaves nine grand children Johnny, Jr., Wesley, Jr., Andrew, Christopher, Andre, LeAndra, Nathaniel, William, III, and Tyler. He leaves
behind 6 sisters and brothers Wilbur (Mary) Walker, Edith Hoper, Charles (Rena) Walker, Virginia (“Mano”) Gadjahdar, Ann Marie
Deo, Kenneth Walker, and Marie Walker. He also leaves in-laws Dolores Johnson, Joy Walker, Dr. Fay Ellis Butler and Attorney Elder
John L. Butler, son in-law Johnny Marshall, Sr., one godson Rev. Dr. Eric Greaux, adopted son Leslie Jones, one special daughter
Shirley Jackson, a host of nieces and nephews, many relatives, and a number of special spiritual sons and daughters, precious friends,
ministerial staff, and The Amityville Full Gospel Tabernacle Church Family.
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness,
which the LORD, the righteous judge,shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto them also that love his appearing.”
Maranatha
II Timothy 4:7-8
The Public Announcement
Of
Elder William H. Walker II
Appointment As Bishop Designate
Presiding Prelate
Of
Amityville Full Gospel Tabernacle, Inc.
Elder William H. Walker II
Biography of Elder William H. Walker II
Pastor William H. Walker II represents three generations of Ordained Preacher(s)/Pastors of the Ellis/Walker
families. Pastor traces his roots back to the Church of God in Christ through his grandfather Elder Ralph Ellis, Sr.
and the United Pentecostal Assemblies of God through his father Bishop William H. Walker, Sr.
Pastor William’s entire life has been defined and surrounded by ministry. He first heard the clarion call to the
ministry 30 years ago during a Summer Revival with the late Evangelist Clara Strong. Soon thereafter Pastor
William began formal instruction in the doctrines of the Bible at Bethel Bible Institute. At the age of 15 years he
earned his degree in Evangelism and continued on that year to present his trial sermon.
Pastor William has faithfully served in the ministry of Amityville Full Gospel for nearly a decade and a half in
varying capacities. His journey is best chronicled as follows:
Ministry Service Record
Praise and Worship Leader
Youth Pastor
Bishop’s Adjutant
Assistant Pastor
Church Administrator
Co-Pastor
Apostolic Administrator
Director of BBI Extension Campus
Pastor Chairman of Executive Board of AFGT
Visiting Instructor to BBI
Senior Pastor Year
1996-1998
1998-2000
1998-2008
2000-2002
2000-2005
2002-2004
2003 to Present
2003 to Present
2004-November 3, 2008
2005 to Present
2006 to Present (Presently on leave)
November 3, 2008 to Present
In addition to the many capacities Pastor William has served in the local assembly, he has also been employed
for the past 18 years in the Insurance Industry. As an insurance professional, he area of expertise is Directors
and Officers Liability and Professional Errors and Omissions Liability. Pastor William spent the majority of his
first thirteen years of his career as a Vice President Officer for one of the world’s largest insurance companies,
headquarted in New York City. It was the tragic events of September 11th that he personally witnessed and
survived that stirred transition in the heart of Pastor William. In an effort to be closer to family and the work of
the ministry, the Lord opened a door of opportunity at one of the most prestigious Insurance Brokeage Firms on
Long Island. For the last six years he has directed the Professional Liability practice of the nation’s premier Sports
and Entertainment Brokerage firm located in Jericho, NY, and currently holds the position of Vice President. In
addition to Pastor William’s vocation and career, he is husband of one wife for the last 12 years to the lovely Lady P.
Linette Walker. He is father of two young sons – William III and Tyler.
Pastor William is sold out for the cause of Christ, he is saved, sanctified and filled with God’s precious Holy Spirit.
He is best described as unassuming and driven professional. He is a committed student to the Word, a thought
provoking teacher and a soul stirring preacher. Pastor William is uncompromising in his belief and reliance on the
Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Pastor walks in the five fold ministry calling:
1)
Proficient Teacher
2)
Compassionate Pastor
3)
Bold Evangelist
4)
Uncompromising as a Prophet
5)
Humbly accepting of the call to the Office of Bishop
(>) The Worship
The Unveiling And Folding of The Drapery On The Building
Mirror Men Ministry
THE PROCESSIONAL
The Crossbearer
The Holy Bible Bearer
The Diaconates
The Licentiates
The Presbyters
The Prelates
The Walker Family
(>) The Call To Worship
(>) PSALM 46 DEUS NOSTER REUGIUM
(>) The Hymn of Praise
(>) The Invocation
(>) The Old Testament Reading
(>) The New Testament Reading
(>) The Epistle of Paul The Apostle To Titus (>) The Prayer of Victory (>) The Hymn
“How Great Thou Art”
Elder Michelle Garrison
Elder Deborah Holmes
Minister Jerry Foster
Elder Charles Garrison
“ It Is Well”
Greetings (2 minutes)
Bishop Andy C. Lewter (Representing the College of Bishops)
Elder Michelle Garrison (Representing Amityville Full Gospel)
Eric Greaux (NC 27284)
Honorable Duwayne Gregory (The Government Official)
Representative of the Walker Family
Congregational Selection
Memorial Prayer
(>) The Unveiling of The Bishop’s Chair
The Presentation of the Messenger The Sermonic Selection (>) Ministry of the Word “Praise Him”
Bishop Keith Wright, Sr.
Solo by Minister Crystal Mackey
Bishop J. Raymond Mackey, I
The Ministry of Giving
The Signing Of The Certificate Of Appointment
The Public Declaration Of The Appointment of
Elder William H. Walker II As Bishop Designate Of
Amityville Full Gospel Tabernacle, Inc
The College of Bishops
The Prayer of Consecration
Remarks
(>) The Benediction Bishop Andy C. Lewter
Bishop Designate William H. Walker II
Bishop Designate William H. Walker II
Bishop J. Raymond Mackey
“ Let The Church Say AMEN”
The Recessional
The Hymnody
The College Of Bishops
HIS GRACE, THE MOST REVEREND J. RAYMOND MACKEY I
Presiding Prelate, Tabernacle Of Joy Fellowship Churches Worldwide, Inc
HIS GRACE, THE MOST REVEREND ANDY C. LEWTER, JR.
Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship
HIS GRACE THE MOST REVEREND KEITH R. WRIGHT, SR
Presiding Prelate, Liberty Pentecostal Fellowship
HIS GRACE THE MOST REVEREND NORMAN LYONS II
Presiding Prelate, Vision Victory Fellowship
HIS GRACE THE MOST REVEREND DARREN ALLEN
Salvation of Deliverance Church