Walter Ray Gabbard Obituary

Walter Ray Gabbard of Benton, Arkansas passed away on October 22, 2026. Walter, born on April 13, 1936 in Pryor, Oklahoma, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Walter Ray Gabbard to show support.

Walter will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Walter will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Walter’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.

He was predeceased by: his wife Lenore Gabbard; his daughter Jamie Gabbard; his sister Nora Gabbard; and his parents, Otis Gabbard and Pearl Gabbard.

He is survived by: his son Steve Gabbard (Jennifer); and his grandsons, Gage Gabbard (Greer) and Nicholas Gabbard (Kinley).

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to the Jamie Lynn Gabbard Memorial Scholarship Fund.