Gregory Kent Walker, 49, of Franklin, NC died on June 2, 2023, after a difficult battle with glioblastoma brain cancer. Born to Antoinette MacWatt and Rexford Kent Walker on July 12, 1973, Greg spent his youth in the Charlotte, NC area. He is predeceased by his maternal and paternal grandparents, his brother Jeff Walker, and his stepfather Jesse MacWatt. Greg is survived by his wife Angela, his children Sam and Sara, his mother Antoinette, his father Kent, and his stepmother Annie, Uncle Eddie Puglisi, sister-in-law Amy Walker, two nephews (Seth and Sawyer Walker), as well as his wife's side of the family.

Greg was a quiet and observant person who was drawn to the inner world of thought and feeling. He spoke through his eyes and actions rather than words yet when he spoke his remarks were insightful and to the point. All of his life he was a gentle soul, and his mother and wife frequently compared him to Mister Rogers. However, he had a wry, sarcastic sense of humor that he shared with close friends and family.

Greg supported his family by working at Curtis TV Radio Shack for 13 years before taking a job at the Jackson County Public Library. During his time at Radio Shack, he met many people in our community and enjoyed working with his co-workers and the Curtis family. Although his time at the Jackson County Public Library was short, he thrived in the environment and made many friends there. A loyal person and dedicated worker, Greg cared about the quality of his work and was a kind person to all.

Greg's greatest interest and hobby was in music, and he listened to an eclectic mix even through his final days. He owned a large collection of records and enjoyed listening to them. Greg wasn't into small talk, but get him on the conversation of musical artists and that quickly became a passionate discussion. Music therapy was important to him in his final month of life. The beautiful voice and music of Taylor, the music therapist, brought him great joy. His family is full of gratitude to Four Seasons Hospice and Taylor for providing this comfort to him.

Greg was a loving husband and father who cherished his home and family, including his beloved cat Camille who never left his side. Greg cherished the life he shared with his wife, their devotion to each other, their children, and many pets over twenty-three years together. Watching both of his children graduate and receive dual high school and associate degrees filled him with pride. He was proud of their accomplishments but also the caring and compassionate people they had become. During Greg's medical journey they both remained at this side to offer care and compassion and to help their father in any way possible.

With the help of Four Seasons Palliative Care and Hospice and wonderful home health aides, his family was able to care for him at home. Brave and courageous from his initial diagnosis, Greg held our hands and kissed them as we journeyed through this horrible disease that took him away from us. His mother did all that was possible to make sure her son was always loved and received the best quality health care available.

Angie wishes to thank her family, friends, co-workers, and local community members for their kindness, love, prayers, and support. It has helped the family to remain functional and strong during this journey and we are fortunate to live in such a caring community.

Greg will be deeply missed, especially by Angie, Sam, Sara, and his parents. There will not be a memorial service at this time while they grieve privately. If you wish to honor Greg, donations to the Macon County Public Library or Jackson County Public Library or to his children would be deeply appreciated.

Online condolences can be made at www.maconfuneralhome.com.

Macon Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.