Walter Glendale Lacey was born October 13, 1962, to Reverend Walter and Geneva Lacey of Yazoo County, Mississippi. He departed this life on November 17, 2023. Walter was the oldest of six brothers and sisters.

Walter married Jackie Lacey in August of 1989, and to this union one child, Megan Jylenn Lacey, was born. He was also guardian to three of his nephews, Alvin Blue, Calvin Blue, Lonnie Blue, Jr., and his niece, Tquondra Lacey.

Walter was preceded in death by his father, Reverend Walter Smith Lacey, Jr.; his mother, Geneva Lacey; his sister, Patricia Lacey; and his nephew, Lonnie Blue, Jr.

Walter was baptized at an early age at the St. Paul AME Church in Natchez, Mississippi. He later became a member of the Capitol Street Church of Christ and worked as an usher.

Walter was a Hall of Fame Graduate of Cleveland High School and continued his education at Jackson State University as a Finance Major.

Walter was known for his fashionable attire, swag, and his love for grilling and cooking. He was a hard worker, known for his great work ethic and aspirational nature. He touched the lives of many of his fellow co-workers everywhere he worked. Walter was employed at Academy Sports and Outdoors in Flowood, Mississippi, as the merchandising team lead.

Walter was a tour guide on family vacations and could tell you the historical facts about any state he visited. He was a die-hard, dedicated Dallas Cowboys fan. On game day, he would gear up as if he was sitting in the Dallas Cowboys Stadium watching the game live. He loved collecting and watching movies. His favorite movie was The Godfather and his favorite TV show was The Sopranos.

Walter was greatly loved and revered by his family, friends and co-workers. He always said his greatest love, joy, and accomplishment was his daughter Megan. He was a proud father and often raved of her accomplishments. Believe it, she knew she had him wrapped around her finger. For example, giving her a chore to do was like telling him, whether it was washing dishes or cleaning her room.

Walter leaves to cherish his memories through Jackie Lacey, his daughter, Megan Lacey of North Carolina; nephews, Alvin Blue of Ridgeland, Mississippi, and Calvin Blue (Gloria) of Terry, Mississippi; his niece, Tquondra Lacey of Jackson, Mississippi; his mother, Mrs. Lydia Lacey of Gulfport, Mississippi; his siblings, Darris Lacey of Jackson, Mississippi, Jennifer Smith (Jim) of Madison, Mississippi, Michael Lacey (Lanise) of Terry, Mississippi; Zakwa Lacey-Cabell (Marvin) of Clinton, Mississippi, and Flora Shaffers (Robert) of Lexington, Mississippi; a special long time friend for over 40 years, Frank Felton; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Walter was a great guy and will be greatly missed.

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