Walter J. Dryden Jr. Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Walter J. Dryden Jr. of Elma, New York, who passed away on March 18, 2026, at the age of 78, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Walter had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Walter may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his spouse RayeAnn Dryden; his daughters, Dawn Dryden (Kris Doeringer) and Kimberly Kawalec (Gregory); his grandchildren, Matthew, Nicole and Thomas; and his brothers, Daniel and Gary Dryden (Michelle).

Donations may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church (Elma).