Eunice A

Walker

Eunice A. Walker was born on April 24,1948 and transitioned from this earthly life into eternal rest on August 24, 2026.

A proud lifelong resident of Englewood, NJ, Eunice was the oldest of four children born to Clarence E.West and Grace Frierson.

She attended Englewood Public Schools, and grew up surrounded by a close-knit community, with the "old" William Street serving at the center of her formative years.

Eunice married early in life and had her only child, daughter Tracey Renee. She enjoyed caring for and guiding young people and often babysat for loved ones. Her career started at Englewood Department of Public Works. Later, Eunice would go on to work at Cardiology Consultants of Englewood for over 20 years.

Her passion for ministry and service had an historic beginning. Eunice was the first baby to be dedicated by Dr. J. Isaiah Goodman when he came to pastor the First Baptist Church of Englewood.

She had a love of Performing Arts and a knack for record keeping. Eunice not only performed in plays by the late Anjenett Ray (Goodman), but she also served as an officer for her production group New Creature Productions. She loved to praise God in song and had an extensive Gospel Music collection, serving as advisor to the Angels and Choraliers youth choirs.

As a member of the Gospelettes, Peace, Inspirationals and Mass Choirs, she inspired generations of singers, directors and musicians. As a dedicated Partner Member of the Garden State Choral Chapter, Eunice faithfully organized over 20 years of Women's Conferences with resourcefulness and attention to detail.

Her dedication to her church family and ministry earned Eunice the "Church Woman of the Year" Award as well as the "Mother of the Year" Award from the FBC Sunday School. The Council of Christian Ministries, FBC Women's Ministry and Missionary Society were a few notable ministries where Eunice's spiritual gifts shined.

She enjoyed planning church bazaars, participating in choir retreats, attending Christian plays and church trips like cruises with her FBC Family. Her leadership qualities and generous heart etched a place in the hearts of many. Eunice faithfully served FBC Englewood until she no longer could. As a dedicated member, she continued attending weekly Bible study and worship services online.

Eunice was preceded in death by her siblings, Clarence Jr. (Eddie), Arlene (Joy), and Frances, and by her daughter, Tracey. She leaves to cherish her memories, her grandchildren, Michael, Christopher, and Amanda; nieces, Jill, Grace, and Taliah; great-nieces and nephews, Maurice, Lanell, and Joshua, cousins, extended family, godchildren, dear friends, close church family; and many spiritual sons and daughters. She was a mother to many.

"I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course,

I have kept the faith." - Timothy 4:7