Ronnie Shane Walker, age 73, of Tellico Plains, TN passed away on Friday, August 15, 2026 at UT Medical Center.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Lodema Akins; and father, Woodrow Walker.

Ronnie was an avid UT Vols fan and enjoyed spending his free time fishing on the river.

He is survived by his son, Jesse Walker; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Josh Hasbrouck; and son, Paul Pratt; nine grandchildren, five great-children; siblings, Ann Shaw, Mike Akins, and Darrell Akins; many cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

Service will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations can be made to P.O. Box 132 Tellico Plains, TN 37385. Myers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.