Gary Leroy Whittaker, 68, of Van Buren, Arkansas passed away Thursday, February 29, 2024 in Fort Smith. He was born November 7, 1955 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Henry Leroy and Betty May Whittaker. He was a retired cook and veteran of the U.S. Army.
He is survived by three nephews, Cody Whittaker, Jeremy Whittaker and Ethan and one niece Stacie Davis. He was preceded in death by his partner, Belva Freeman Whittaker.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of McConnell Funeral Home of Greenwood.
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