Worcester, VT Kenneth John Walker, 85, known as John to family and friends of Calais Road died unexpectedly as a result of an auto accident on Thursday, December 21, 2017. He was born on January 7, 1932, the youngest of four siblings, to E. Ralph and Alice (Chase) Walker. He attended schools in Chelsea, VT. John served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War until his honorable discharge in 1954 In 1956, he married Sylvia Durkee. He worked primarily at a heavy equipment mechanic for State equipment in Barre and later LB Smiths in Barre. He helped maintain the construction equipment used to build both Interstate 89 and later Interstate 91. He later worked for McCoullough Sand and Gravel in Middlesex. John was an avid member of the NRA and a supporter of our 2nd amendment rights. He enjoyed reading and watching Alfred Hitchcock books and movies. He was also a devoted Red Sox fan. Survivors include his wife Sylvia of Worcester; son, Ralph and his wife Sharon of Iowa; son, Tom and his wife Tammi of Bristol, VT; son, Andrew of Brimley, MI; and daughter, Wendy Walker of Barre; several grandchildren and great grandchildren. There will be no calling hours. Services will be held at a later date Memorial contributions may be made to Project Independence, 81 North Main Street, suite 1, Barre, VT 05641 or The Worcester Community Kitchen, 739 Collar Rd, Worcester, VT 05682. Those wishing to express online condolences may do so at www.guareandsons.com.