FRANKLIN—Jerome W. Walker of Harris Street, died March 30, 2007, while a patient in Southampton Memorial Hospital.

The Southampton County native was born Aug. 22, 1961 to the late William Henry and Esther Beale Walker.

He was a member of Full Gospel Kingdom Church.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Walker of Franklin; three sisters, Linda Walker of Mt. Kisco, N.Y., Ela Mae Hill of Suitland, Md. and Elmar Williams of Washington, D.C.; five brothers, William Earl Walker, Calvin Walker, James Walker, Michael Walker and Darrell Walker; nieces, nephews, cousins and in-laws.

A service honoring his life will be held 1 p.m. today at Full Gospel Kingdom Church with Pastor Terrance Johnson delivering the eulogy.

On the day of service, his remains will

be placed in the church by 11:30 a.m. Burial will be in Mount Tabor Baptist Church Cemetery.

Wm. M. Johnson & Sons Funeral Home Inc., is in charge of arrangements.