HAVERHILL \u2013 Francis A. \u201cSonny\u201d Walker, 79, passed away peacefully with his loved ones by his side on Thursday, January 30 at his home in Haverhill.<\/p>\n
Francis was born in Haverhill the son of Francis and Alma (Smith) Walker. He studied Automotive Repair at Haverhill Trade School, and graduated Class of 1963, after which he served in the US Army. Francis was a kind, loving man. He enjoyed friendly games of 45s, playing in horseshoe and bowling leagues, and loved playing pool and going fishing and having lunch with his brother in law Gerard Boucher every week. He was a quiet man who loved his family and his many, many friends. Francis leaves behind his daughter Tiffany Michaud of Derry, NH. He also leaves behind his sister Patricia Simmons of Illinois, grandchildren Dylan Michaud and Tyler Michaud, his nephews; and his lifelong friend of 70 years Chuck Rogers who was with him every step of the way throughout his illness. He was predeceased by his brothers James Walker and Kenneth Walker, his sister Janet Boucher, and grandson Michael Robbins.<\/p>\n