TaLisa Marshae Walker Peterson

TaLisa Marshae Walker Peterson entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 22, 2026, surrounded by her immediate family. She was born on September 16, 1969, in Richmond, Virginia, to Jacqueline and Jesse Walker. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Reverends William Booker, Sr. and Marjorie Booker, and her paternal grandparents, Jesse Walker II and Hazel Walker. Baptized at an early age by her grandparents, Pastors William and Marjorie Booker, TaLisa was grounded in the Christian faith throughout her life. She was a proud graduate of George Wythe High School and continued her studies at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College and Virginia Commonwealth University. TaLisa was known for her gentle spirit, unforgettable smile, and distinctive laugh. Affectionately called “Bird” by her Uncle William, she deeply cherished time spent with her family. Some of her fondest memories came from father-daughter fishing trips shared with her father, cousins, grandfather, and uncles. TaLisa had a joyful love of music, scary movies, candy, wine, and herbal teas, truly a chaophile. She also had a signature presence; she always smelled wonderful and was known for her love of natural hair and skin-care products. TaLisa leaves to cherish her memory her devoted husband, Barry Donnell Peterson, Sr.; two sons, Barry Donnell Peterson, Jr. and Brian Drew Peterson; her mother, Jacqueline Booker Walker; her father, Jesse J. Walker III (Evonne); and her brother, Jahmal L. Walker. She is also survived by her aunts and godmother, Phyllis H. Bell (Chauncey), Charlene W. Harris (Nelson), Beverly W. Reed (Jacob), Courtney Walker, and Virginia P. Tarrer; her uncles, William U. Booker, Jr. (Lynda), Ronnie Walker, and Bernard L. Peterson; two nephews, Kingston and Kenzo; and two nieces, Milan and Kasia. TaLisa is lovingly remembered by her devoted cousins, the “grand-girls” Chris (Dante), Micha, and Amaya, along with a host of other cousins: Ollie, Jr., JaRod, Terence, Eryn, Christopher, Demond, Terence, Shawn, Kendra, Antoine, Kathy, Michelle, Stacey, Craig, Wendy, Ginger, James, Devin, Darrell, Corey, Harvey, Rhoni Jae, and Allyn. She also leaves behind her devoted cousin and friend, Raejeanna Richardson. TaLisa’s warmth, humor, and love will remain in the hearts of all who knew her.

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TaLisa Marshae Walker Peterson

September 16, 1969 - February 22, 2026