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Tyler James Walker

Birth	:	5 May 1859 Rushford, Fillmore County, Minnesota, USA
Death	:	25 Jan 1931 Hennepin County, Minnesota, USA
Burial	:	Oakwood Cemetery, Lisbon, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.4585991, -97.6813965
Description	:	Tyler J. Walker, general merchant and proprietor of the Fort Ransom Roller Mills, was a resident in one of the most pleasant spots in Fort Ransom. He was a pioneer of that region. Tyler was born in Rushford, Filmore County, Minnesota, May 5, 1859 and was the fourth in a family of eight children born to Hiram and Celestia (Nims) Walker. His father was a miller and manufacturer and in 1877 moved to Valley City, Dakota and erected the first mill in that place. In 1880 Tyler moved to Fort Ransom and filed claim to land, and began farming and... Read More	Tyler J. Walker, general merchant and proprietor of the Fort Ransom Roller Mills, was a resident in one of the most pleasant spots in Fort Ransom. He was a pioneer of that region. Tyler was born in Rushford, Filmore County, Minnesota, May 5, 1859 and was the fourth in a family of eight children born to Hiram and Celestia (Nims) Walker. His father was a miller and manufacturer and in 1877 moved to Valley City, Dakota and erected the first mill in that place. In 1880 Tyler moved to Fort Ransom and filed claim to land, and began farming and also engaged without aid in the construction of a dam, and the erection of a sawmill. Using native timber, Tyler then erected a flouring mill the capacity of which is 40 barrels. Tyler lived alone the first 2 years there, camping in a beautiful spot along the Sheyenne River directly across from his mill in a popular area now known as "The Park". He later expanded and built a general merchandise business that carried a complete stock for local settlers. Tyler Walker married in 1885 to Miss Mary Hoiland, who also a native of Rushford, Filmore Co, Minnesota. Mrs Walker was a lady of refined tastes and their home reflected the culture of its occupants. Two daughters were both to Mr and Mrs Walker, Nettie (Celestia) and Bessie. Mr Walker was a member of the Masonic fraternity Modern Woodmen of America, Ancient Order of United Workmen and Independent Order of United Workmen and Independent Order of Foresters. He served three terms as county commissioner and took an active interest in the advancement of his community. Politically he was a Populist. Tyler died January 25th, 1931. He also leaves a son Tyler James Walker, Jr. His infant daughter preceded him in death.

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Tyler James Walker's memorial is located at: Oakwood Cemetery, Lisbon, Ransom County, USA.
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Tyler James Walker death on 25 Jan 1931 in Hennepin County, Minnesota, USA
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Latitude: 46.4585991
Longitude: -97.6813965

Family Members:

Parent

Hiram Andrew Walker

(1825 - 1892)

Celestia Nims Walker

(1831 - 1906)

Spouse

Mary Ann Hoiland Walker

(1864 - 1916)

Siblings

Myron Oscar Walker

(1853 - 1931)

Children

Bessie Marie Walker Parker

(1888 - 1978)

Mildred Evelyn Walker

(1902 - 1905)

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1. Oakwood Cemetery
Lisbon, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.4585991, -97.6813965

2. Saint Aloysius Catholic Cemetery
Lisbon, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.4575500, -97.6791640

3. Saint Paul Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.4757996, -97.5727997

4. Anselm Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.5001220, -97.5108110

5. Zion Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.3566700, -97.5746700

6. Saint Olaf Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.5800018, -97.6252975

7. Evangelical Cemetery
Anselm, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5108830, -97.5107320

8. Bethania Cemetery
Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5433660, -97.8270290

9. Fillmore Cemetery
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Coordinate: 46.5870820, -97.7605000

10. Dick Cemetery
Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3764000, -97.8677979

11. Aliceton Pioneer Cemetery
Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3112900, -97.5958000

12. Saint Patrick Catholic Cemetery
Enderlin, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6164900, -97.6032200

13. Enderlin City Cemetery
Enderlin, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6173160, -97.6053290

14. Sheldon City Cemetery
Sheldon, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5875015, -97.5036011

15. Preston Cemetery
Fort Ransom, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5771830, -97.8888170

16. Fort Ransom Post Cemetery
Fort Ransom, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5176930, -97.9399920

17. Whitestone Hill Cemetery
Gwinner, Sargent County, USA
Coordinate: 46.2681600, -97.6325800

18. Stiklestad Cemetery
Fort Ransom, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.4996986, -97.9617004

19. Standing Rock Cemetery
Fort Ransom, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5435982, -97.9467010

20. Sundale Colony Cemetery
Lisbon, Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.3243600, -97.4435300

21. Pontiac Lutheran Trinity Cemetery
Pontiac Township, Cass County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6591377, -97.5565262

22. Fraedrich Family Burial Site
Highland Township, Cass County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6430855, -97.5007629

23. Saint Petri Cemetery
Nome, Barnes County, USA
Coordinate: 46.6597500, -97.8281100

24. Northland Cemetery
Ransom County, USA
Coordinate: 46.5888630, -97.9510010