Lynn Marie (Zander) Walker died Friday, February 8, 2008 in her Chandler home after a long illness. She was 56. She is survived by her husband Rob. They married at the Tonto Natural Bridge 29 years ago. Lynn also is survived by her son Scott and daughter Lauren. Other survivors include her mother, Barbara Jean Larson Zander; sisters, Debbie Zander and Karen (Richard) Carrillo; brother, David (Sharon) Zander; and many nieces and nephews. Her father, Ronald Sheldon Zander died in 2006. Lynn served in nursing positions at Scottsdale Memorial Hospital-Osborn, where she was an NNP in the neo-natal unit and an RN in the Obstetrics department, and Banner Desert Medical Center, where she was Director of Case Management and Social Services. She started her nursing career at Maricopa County Medical Center after receiving her RN from Mesa Community College. She was named the state's Student Nurse of the Year in 1977 while attending Mesa Community College, and she continued her education by getting her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Nursing at Arizona State University. Lynn was born in Beloit, WI, and moved with her family to Phoenix in 1969. She graduated from Washington High School. She was known for her enthusiasm and commitment as a Girl Scout leader for 10 years and for her volunteer work at Paz de Cristo. An avid reader and book club member, Lynn also enjoyed traveling, music and was considered an adroit and witty conversationalist. She will be missed as a mother, a daughter, a sister, and a spouse. The family thanks Lynn's many supportive friends and Hospice of the Valley. A Celebration of Life is planned for 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 24 in the Education Center at Banner Desert Medical Center. Donations may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014. Bueler Mortuary Sign the Guest Book at eastvalleytribune.com - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/eastvalleytribune/obituary.aspx?n=lynn-marie-walker&pid=103598772#sthash.88ziUBvG.dpuf