Daphne Irene Walker

January 23, 1927 - February 20, 2021

RICHMOND, Ind. – Daphne Irene Walker, age 94, of Richmond, Indiana, died Saturday, February 20, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family. Born January 23, 1927, in Henry County, Kentucky, to Warren B. and Golda Almyra Brown Elsrod, Daphne lived in Connersville, Indiana, and Richmond most of her life. She was a 1945 graduate of Vevay High School in Indiana and attended IU East. Daphne worked as a beautician for over 35 years before retiring. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Centerville. Daphne enjoyed gardening and attending her great-grandson’s ballgames. Above all, she loved spending time with her family. Survivors include her daughter, Cynthia Lee Friend of Richmond; grandson, Shane (Laura) Hillard of Richmond; step-grandson, Curtis (Karen) Friend of Richmond; great-grandson, Jalen Hillard of Richmond; step-great-grandson, Jacob Mooney of Kentucky; step-great-great-granddaughter, Violet Mooney; nieces; nephews; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her son, Jack M. Walker Jr.; son-in-law, Kenneth Friend; grandson, David Walker; parents; brothers, Ivan L., William B., Robert L., and Eugene H. Elsrod; and adoring friend, Clisba “Sully” Sullivan. Visitation for Daphne Irene Walker will be from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home, 790 National Road West, Richmond. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, February 25, 2021, at Doan & Mills Funeral Home with Rev. James Girdley officiating. Please plan to wear your own mask in the funeral home. Burial will be in Earlham Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to: Richmond High School Girls Basketball Program, c/o Richmond High School Athletic Department, 380 Hub Etchison Parkway, Richmond, IN 47374. Condolences may be sent to the family via the guest book at www.doanmillsfuneralhome.com.