Ethel Fultz Walker

Ethel Fultz Walker was born on November 13, 1944, in Sandersville, Georgia. She passed away after a brief illness on November 1, 2026. 

Ethel was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. George Simeon Fultz, Jr. and Lora Helton Fultz. She is survived by her loving husband, Robert Walker, children, Lora Harvey (Greg), Kimberly Payne and Woods Payne, Jr. (Amy), grandchildren, Kira Harvey, Brandon Harvey, Tyler Burgess (Jessica), Mikalya Meadows, Alyssa Smith (Ethan) and great grandchild, Preston. She also leaves behind 2 cherished sisters, Margaret Raddin (Hal) and Martha Johnston (Rusty), many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. 

Ethel was a graduate of Collegiate Schools, Mary Baldwin College, and Virginia Commonwealth University. Her career was committed to serving the rehabilitative community focusing on both individuals and businesses in the area of employment. She was a member of the Tuckahoe Women’s Club, Daughter’s of the American Revolution, Greater Richmond Chamber of Commerce, and Leadership Metro Richmond along with other professional organizations. 

She was a tiny woman with a giant heart. She was a proud ‘Mimi’ to her grandchildren. She loved the Chesapeake Bay and dogs. C’est la vie, Mimi.

A memorial visitation will be held Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 5-7:00 pm at Affinity Funeral Service 2720 Enterprise Parkway Richmond, VA  23294.

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This is a courtesy announcement from May and Smith Funeral Directors.