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ELLIJAY, Ga – Gilmer students and staff are waking to awful news this morning as reports are coming in about a tragedy involving Gilmer Middle School Principal Larry Walker.
The news came late in the night as Gilmer County Schools Superintendent Dr. Shanna Downs says she alerted her administration and the schools. Making the news public, the schools are already preparing a welcoming of those in need as they make available counselors and ministers today at 2 p.m. An official statement from the school is as follows:
It is with the heaviest of hearts and many prayers that we make our community aware of the passing of beloved Gilmer Middle School Principal, Larry Walker, following a tragic accident late yesterday. We wake this morning deeply saddened and shocked. Our district is in the process of making arrangements for counselors and our local ministry to help our staff and students in this time of great sadness. The Gilmer Middle School Gym will be open today at 2:00 with counselors and members of our local ministry available.
His death comes from an accident involving a tractor. As the family makes preparations, the school system is in mourning as they await further details.
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So sorry for your lost. May God be with the family, friends, staff and students.
My heart was broken to hear of. Mr Walker's accident
My daughter had him in 5&6 grade as her principle
Whal a great man he is
Mr Walker you are greatly missed
We will see you again
You have so many that love you!!!
Larry walker was my 6th and 7th grade teacher....i pay my respects.
So sorry to hear this our prayers are with all the family, students faculty and staff!!
Such a terrible tragedy at the loss of another Gilmer County Schools administrator. My heart and prayers go out to the GCS community and to his loving family. Rest In Peace Larry Walker.
This is hard to believe so say sorry for The lost an praying for y'all he helped me alot when I was School such a wonderful man
So sorry for family prayers going out for everyone
My thoughts and prayers to the family, staff and students at GMS. What a great man!! Loved the kids, staff and the Lord.
I’m so saddened to hear hear this terrible news. My heart is broken for the Walker family and Gilmer County School System.
A person that will be sorely missed by all. Prayers for his family..
I'm so sorry. He was a good man sorry for family.