Walter L. "Walt" Younker, Jr., 65, of Rockford, was born on August 26, 1957, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Walter L. Younker, Sr. and Edna (Tipton) Younker, passed away unexpectedly on November 11, 2022 at his residence.

Surviving are his fiancé, Susan Bollenbacher; brothers, Jeff and Tim; and several cousins, nieces and nephews.

He had previously been employed for 39 years at Silberline Manufacturing, Decatur, Indiana, until their closing.

He was also preceded in death by a brother, John; and a sister, Teresa.

In keeping with Walt's wishes, there will be no services.

To share in Walter's online memorial, please visit www.ketchamripley.com.