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Estella Lorine Compo Walker, 95, of Palestine Lake, Claypool, died Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital.
She was born in Marion, on Monday, Oct. 27, 1930, to Ora and Mabel Walton Compo.
Estella enjoyed puzzles, bingo and playing Dominoes with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She always enjoyed spending time with family.
Estella is survived by children, Larry and Sharon Walker, of La Fontaine; Brenda Johnson, of Ste. Genevieve, Mo.; and Terry and Dorinda (Windy) McFarren, of Palestine Lake, Claypool; and stepchildren, William Walker, of Diamond Lake; and Rebecca Walker, of Converse. She is also survived by 23 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and 16 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ora and Mabel Compo; companion, Allen D. Walker; sister, Roberta Wood; brothers, Noah Compo and Douglas Compo; daughter, Sue Richmond; sons: Leroy Walker, Robert Walker, Steven McFarren; and stepson, Allen Walker, Jr.
The family will receive visitors from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4 at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion.
Immediately following the time of visitation, a service to celebrate Estella's life will begin at 1 p.m. with Rev. Dr. Tom Mansbarger officiating. Burial will take place at Van Buren Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Burket Fire and Rescue 108 N. Walnut St., Burket, IN 46508.
Memories may be shared online at www.nswcares.com.
