Eugene Walker was born in Hamblen County, Tennessee to Charles R. Walker and Gettie Ballard.
Finding of Death 1 June 1945
Memorialized at Sicily-Rome American Cemetery, Nettuno, Italy

Rogersville Review, March 23, 1944
Pvt. Eugene Walker, son of Mrs. Gettie Walker of Rogersville, has been reported missing in action as of January 8, 1944. Eugene, before going into the army was employed by Colboch-Price Funeral Home of Rogersville.

  • Rank: Private
  • Date of birth:
  • 7 December 1913
  • Date of death: 1 June 1945
  • County: Hawkins
  • Hometown: Rogersville
  • Service Branch: Army/Army Air Forces
  • Division/Assignment: 141st Infantry Regiment, 36th Infantry Division
  • Theater: Europe
  • Conflict: World War II
  • Awards: Bronze Star, Purple Heart with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters
  • Burial/Memorial Location: Sicily-Rome American Cemetery, Nettuno, Italy
  • Location In Memorial: Pillar XII, Middle Panel
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