Aaron T. Walton

Aaron T. Walton, 64, of Houston TX passed away Wednesday, February 5 after a brief illness. His wife Sandy and his son Shane were at his side. He was born and raised in Kansas City to the union of Tilmon and Lela M. Walton on August 22, 1960. Although he lived in Houston for the past 43 years, his heart and soul were always in Kansas City and he will return home for his final resting place.

Aaron is survived by his wife Sandy of Houston, TX; son Shane (Rose) of Sour Lake, TX; son Michael of Kansas City, MO; sister Cheryl Renee Yarbough; brother Patrick (Jana) Walton and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and grandchildren. He was immensely proud of his family and loved them all deeply. He was the ninth of 11 children and never missed a chance to talk about being part of such a large and loving family. It shaped who he was and was the foundation of his open heart and generous spirit. His reunion with his mom and dad, brothers Carl, Hillie, and Louis; sisters Brenda, Patricia, Benita, Jewel, Sheila; and his best friend and brother-in-law Dale (Bobbo) will surely be a joyous one.

He was a proud member of Lincoln High School class of 1978. He had a deep love for football from an early age, a passion sparked by his brother Hillie, who first inspired him to play. He carried that love onto the field throughout high school, where he thrived as a talented player. But the true highlight of his football journey—and one of the highlights of his life—came when he earned a spot on the Houston Gamblers, fulfilling a lifelong dream and cementing his place in the game he loved so much.

Aaron had a larger-than-life presence, the kind of personality that could fill a room with joy and laughter and make everyone feel like an old friend. Quick-witted and endlessly funny, he had a remark for every occasion and could turn even the most ordinary moment into something unforgettable. His laughter was as much a part of him as his deep love for God and family.

Aaron was also a lovable rascal, always up to something mischievous and keeping everyone on their toes. He had a way of pushing just the right buttons to earn a (sometimes) playful scolding—something he seemed to enjoy just as much as the trouble itself. And no matter how much mischief he stirred up, you couldn’t help but laugh and love him even more for it. His charm and quick wit made every telling-off more of a shared joke than a real reprimand, and he wouldn’t have had it any other way.

His sister Brenda and his wife Sandy were always scolding him about some-thing and he often made the mistake of sitting between them at dinner or family functions. He would get kicked under the table from both sides!

He never forgot his childhood pastor, Bishop Jordan, and the two of them spoke often about God and family. Aaron refused to go to any church other than one officiated by Bishop Jordan. His loyalty to his childhood hero was unwavering. In a moment that feels spiritually profound, Bishop Jordan joined him in heaven less than 24 hours later. It's hard not to see God's hand in such timing.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday February 15, 2025, visitation will be held from 11 A.M. - 12 P.M. with services beginning 12 P.M. at Fellowship Right Baptist Church 4700 Pittman Rd.  Kansas City, Mo 64133. 

Interment : Brooking Cemetery