Harry Francis Walker, age 94, beloved husband of Maxine (Zelikowitz) Walker, passed away on September 17, 2023 in Philadelphia. Harry  was born Harry Jr. in 1929, in Philadelphia Pa, to Johanna and Harry Francis Walker. Harry picked up his distinct way of saying "iron" and "color" from the years he lived in Pittsburgh. His family eventually returned to Philadelphia where he attended West Catholic High School and St. Joseph's College and first found his love of acting. Many years and experiences later, Harry met Maxine at a pool party and they married several years later in 1979. Harry had a long career in real estate and when most people retire, he earned a Masters degree in Gerontology. During their marriage, Harry traveled with Maxine to Europe several times, meeting distant relatives in Ireland, and to Mexico numerous times where they learned that it was possible to retire there. In 1998, Harry and Maxine began their grand adventure in Ajijic, Mexico. Harry made friends and impressed people right away, getting an invitation his first week there to join a theater production, beginning his many years acting in productions of the Lakeside Little Theater. Harry starred as Chauncey Gardner in the production of "Being There" as well as supporting roles in musicals such as Guys and Dolls and South Pacific. Harry's love of performing extended to singing in choirs both church choir and secular choir. Harry and Maxine built a beautiful mountainside house for themselves, walked along the malecón everyday, and ran an exercise group. Harry also participated in a yearly fundraising race. He loved Mexico, but also loved coming back home to Philadelphia to visit his family and see the sites. Harry is survived by his wife of over 44 years, Maxine; his biological children, Mary Frances "Mimi" Wainwright (Christopher), Harry Jr. (Christine), James (Hal Freedman); his step-children, Bari Rose-Epstein (Roger Epstein), Mark Rose (Mindy Marks-Rose); his grandchildren, Ryan, Benjamin, Emily, Timothy, Andrew, Alexa, Arielle, Hannah; and his great granddaughter McKenna. Harry was predeceased by his brother Joe. Harry lived his life with a laid back, unruffled outlook. His family and friends will remember his joy and love of life. For those who would like to make a donation in his name, please donate to PERF, Pediatric Epilepsy Research Foundation.