Gary W. Walton
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Gary W. Walton, 68, of Arp, Texas, passed away at 10:20pm on Tuesday, July 14, 2020 with his daughter by his side.
Gary was born on August 3, 1951 in Fort Worth, Texas to the late A.D. and Mary Fayrine (Kimbell) Walton.
On May 8, 1970 in Pittsburg, Texas, Gary married Verna "Sue" (Brooks). They were blessed to have recently observed 50 years of marriage. She survives along with son, Gary W. Walton II, of Flint Texas; daughter, Misty (Jeff) Bozman and grandson, Rhys Jeffrey Bozman, all of South Bend. He is also survived by brothers, Jim Walton, Robert (Earlene) Walton, and Darryl James (Paula) Walton.
Gary took enormous pride in his children. Undoubtedly, he would have agreed that the rearing of his namesake, Gary W. Walton II and Misty Jo Walton Bozman, was his singular greatest accomplishment in life. He was blessed to spend his final year watching his one and only grandchild, Rhys Jeffrey Bozman, swim, run, and play.
He honorably served his country as a torpedoman in the United States Navy for 9 years. While aboard the Nuclear Powered Submarines of the USS Sandlance and the USS Darter, Gary traveled the world, executing numerous covert missions on behalf of the Navy. He cherished his time in the Navy, and he was honored to have been able to indulge his love of all things aquatic through his military service.
Gary was a Civil Servant for nearly 40 years. After his military career, he worked for the United States Postal Service, before retiring in 2010.
Per Gary's wishes, cremation has taken place and no funeral services will occur at this time. Palmer Funeral Home - Guisinger Chapel 3718 S. Michigan St. South Bend, IN 46614 is assisting the family with arrangements.
To commemorate Gary's disabled veteran's status, Memorial Contributions may be made to East Texas Veterans Alliance, 719 W. Front St, Suite 108, Tyler, Texas 75702.
Condolences for the family may be made at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.