Deana Lynn Walker, 63, passed away on January 20, 2024, in Salt Lake City, Utah surrounded by loved ones.
She was born to her parents, Wilburn James Gould and Alpha Mae Gould (Huebert) on September 12, 1960, in Parkersburg, West Virginia. Deana led a life that reflected her creativity, talent, compassion, humility and strength. Those who knew Deana would attest to her ability to find the good in everyone, a trait that allowed her to turn strangers into friends.
After graduating from Pleasant Valley High School in Chico, California, she attended and graduated from a three year accelerated nursing program at Brigham Young University. Deana made Who’s Who in America in 1978. On May 20, 1993, she married Mark Thomas Walker. Deana and Mark were blessed with four wonderful children. They raised their family in Sacramento, CA and Payson, Utah. Deana’s work as a registered nurse allowed her to express her compassionate nature professionally.
She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served a mission in Guatemala. One of her favorite callings was serving as pianist/organist. Deana had great knowledge of the scriptures and a very strong testimony of Jesus Christ.
Deana was a talented vocalist, musician, and thespian. She was an avid reader and enjoyed translating Spanish. She wrote several operating procedure manuals and forms for her employers. Deana was in many theatrical productions and musicals. She had the ability to play numerous instruments. She was a formidable Scrabble player and had the best laugh.
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