In the neglected Magnolia Cemetery in Spartanburg this grave stone was recently found lying flat on the ground. The wording below the representation of Walker’s last song book, The Christian Harmony, reads:
IN
Memory of
Wm. WALKER, A. S. H.[17]
Died Sept. 24th, 1875, in the 67th year of his age. He was a devoted Husband & kind Father. A consistent Baptist 47 years. Taught music 45 yrs. The Author of 4 Books of sacred music. He rests from his labors. He died in the triumphs of faith.
Sing praises unto the Lord.
No. 150
[JESUS IS MY FRIEND (A)], OSH 345
Hexatonic, mode 3 A (I II III — V VI VII)
Come life, come death, come then what will,
Jesus is my friend.