Obituary
Queenie was born August 5, 1948 in Alto Texas to Finis and Alma Skinner. Their family then moved to Houston, Tx one year later. She is second to the oldest of four children: Dalton (Leola) Skinner, Glenda (Michael) Lauderdale, and Geraldine (Nelson) Ireland.
She attended Fidelity Manor High School in 1965. Shortly afterwards, she married her high school sweetheart James C. Rector Jr. In that marriage were united two children: James C. Rector III and Done’t Michelle Rector. Years later, she had a change in life and career in which she provided outstanding service for Avis Budget Rental Car -which is where she met and married Barry D. Walker, and together they welcomed one child: Krystle R. Walker Rucker.
Queenie was a devoted member of Johnson Chapel AME Church of Houston, Tx where her dedication and service inspired all who knew her. A true fighter, she persevered through adversity with grace and courage. Queenie will be deeply loved and missed by her family and friends, who cherish her memory and the legacy of faith she leaves behind.
Queenie transitioned to her heavenly home at 76 years of age on October 4, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. She was preceeded in death by her parents: Finis and Alma Skinner; one brother: Dalton Skinner; one sister-in-law: Leola Skinner; one son: James C. Rector III; and one daughter: Done’t Michelle Rector.
She leaves to cherish her memories loving daughter Krystle Walker Rucker; sisters Glenda Lauderdale and Geraldine Ireland; grand-children Robyn Williams, Laron Douglas, Raina Skinner, Raven Johnson, Raisha Martin, Jaleesa Rucker, and Janell Rucker; god-daughter Amari Sheppard; and a host of other relatives and friends.
Queenie's 76th Birthday Messages
This year for Queenie's birthday, everyone was invited to church with her and asked to share their favorite memory with Queenie or just words of encouragement. We read them to her by the end of the night and she really enjoyed them! Here are a few of the messages shared:
"One of my favorite memories of you was when you came to Lincoln mad and confused because we accidentally pulled the fire alarm. Granny came in with her eyebrows done and nobody could take her serious lol furthermore, I appreciate you for everything you do for me you go above and beyond for me and do things you don't even have to do out the kindness of your heart and I love you for that. Everything you do is genuine. It means the world to me. I love you, girl"
-Janell
"My favorite and ongoing memory of Granny is her full love and dedication to give her family the best. She is selfless and kind to everyone she meets. I'm grateful to have someone like you to have to look up to. You are the first female figure in our lives that inspires our strength, Will patience, forgiveness and determination. I love you happy birthday. You are one of a kind"
-Raven
"Granny, I couldn't think of one of my favorite memories because they are all my favorite. I feel like when I think back on my support system and my biggest motivation for anything it's been you. I can barely write this without crying in this church, but I am so grateful for you and everything you've ever done for me. My best funny memory is really not even anything funny but I feel like Easter egg decorating will always be near and dear to my heart doing that with everybody was always so wholesome. I miss those times I have so much to say, but I'ma just keep it light and short"
-Raisha
"Dear Old Queenie V, girl I would love every Christmas morning when you would cook eggs and bacon and we would all wait and eat before opening our gifts. I love you so much! your favorite granddaughter!"
-Raina Skinner
"Happy birthday Granny. I love you so much. I appreciate you so much and a lot of the things you do for me and I just want to let you know you're my world."
-Jaleesa
"My sister Queenie, I will always remember when we were coming up when I got in fights you would help me fight. I will always love you to the moon and back."
-Glenda Lauderdale
"I have been knowing Queenie for so so long I love her as a sister! Happy birthday"
-Geraldine Ireland
"Aunt Queenie, God is within you and He will not fail. God got you and He loves you and I love you too."
-Sharonda
"Aunt Queenie, we love your strength and honesty. You bring so much joy to our family and we love you and wish you a happy happy birthday. Love the Blacks."
-Robbie, LaFonda, and Landen
"Aunt Queenie we love you. You have a great heart and kind. Have a happy birthday. Enjoy your day!"
-Love Nene, Saniya, and Amari
"This car will not hold the wonderful and beautiful assets of Sister Walker. Fantastic, loving, giving God loving will serve in any capacity without reservation."
-Sister English & Men & Women of Courage
"Mother Queenie, thank you for your support and your raised hands indicating your amen!"
-Pastor Eichelberger
"Ms. Queenie, I love your kindness, strength, loving and encouraging spirit. God is blessed me with your presence in my life. I always say I love your sisters, but you are my favorite sister. Happy birthday. May God continue to bless you! Love you!"
-Florence Hudson
"Ms. Queenie I could go on and on about what I love about Miss Queenie. She's kind she's strong. She's courageous she's faithful, but most of all I love that. She LOVES the Lord!"
-Pam Fleming
"Mother Walker, it is such a blessing to know you for these last four years just to see your beautiful smiles is so uplifting. I love you for always sharing a sweet kind acts in your special way. Is such a blessing. Happy happy happy birthday. blessings for many more celebration!!! Forever in our hearts!!!
-Wonder Knowles
"Happy birthday, Ms. Queenie. I hope your day is filled with lots of joy, love and memories."
-DeAngelo Ashley
"Love the way she smile"
-Geraldine
"I love sister Queenie's loving spirit. She has strong faith and she never gives up. She loves the Lord and family and church family sister Queenie is an inspiration to all. Blessings to you always."
-Candida Mosley
"Happy birthday Queenie we love you"
-Linda
"Happy happy birthday! you're always so sweet. Love you."
-Sheena
"Sister queenie thank you for being a great support for Johnson Chapel"
-Cheyenne Jr
"Dear Queenie Walker happy birthday many many more. Love you."
-Mari Sylis
"You are an inspiration to this church, showing an unmovable spirit to praise the Lord no matter the circumstances I pray to sustain a loving family as you have. I pray you are blessed with many more."
-Quintin
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#Cancer sucks
cherish every memory we have. I’ll miss our brunches at Franks after church on Sundays, our Facetime calls, Christmas shopping in July, stalking you on your camera, putting airtags in your purse, telling you everybody’s business then telling you “don’t tell nobody else”, and most of all I’ll miss seeing you smile. I thank God for keeping you as long as He did! Although I’ll miss you dearly, I find
comfort in knowing that you have eternal life through your faith in Jesus Christ. I’ve gained another guardian angel to watch over and protect me. I’ll love you always.
You're the strongest woman i know and i am nothing short of proud that i am your grand daughter.
I pray that God gives me the same amount of strength he has given you throughout your beautiful life.
I love you so much Granny you've always been my role model and a pillar of my strength but now your my angel.
Sincerely,
your beloved grand daughter.
Raina Skinner
