mattie hill walker
1911-1989
Life Story
Biography
(c. 1911 – February 14, 1989)
Early Life and Family
Mattie Hill Walker was born about 1911 to Gus Hill (1872–1938) and Malissa Gipson Hill (1872–1935) in Newton County, Mississippi.
Marriage and Children
She married Idell Walker (1908–1977). From this union, the following children were born:
- Willie M. Walker (1928–2001)
- Idell Walker, Jr. (1928–?)
- Leila Mae Walker (1929–?)
- Ardelle Walker (1930–?)
- Bonnie Mae Walker (1932–?)
- Christine Walker (1936–?)
- Elnora Walker (1933–2012)
- Mildred R. Walker (1941–2018)
- James Earl Walker (1944–?)
Education and Occupation
Mattie completed the 4th grade of elementary school. Her occupation was listed as keeping house, a role central to the stability and functioning of large rural households during this period.
Death and Burial
Mattie Hill Walker passed away on February 14, 1989. She was laid to rest in the graveyard of Saint John Missionary Baptist Church.
Resting Place
Saint John Missionary Baptist Church Graveyard
Photos/Albums
Sources
- 1920 Federal Census
- 1930 Federal Census
- 1940 Federal Census
- 1950 Federal Census
- U.S., Find A Grave Index, 1600s-Current
- The Newton Record, Idell Walker Obituary, Wed, Feb 02, 1977 ·Page 16
- U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007
- U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014
- U.S., World War II Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947
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