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Walter William Travis

Walter William Travis, 90, of Kentwood, LA, passed peacefully on Friday, November 8, 2024, surrounded by his family in his lifelong home. Walter lived a long, fulfilling life on his terms, only second to the Lord. Determined, tough, and resilient, Walter left quite a mark with everyone he met. He was a retired dairy farmer and boiler maker and owned a successful construction company.

Walter is preceded in death by his daughter, Penny Travis, parents, William "Bill" Travis and Ethel Travis, sister, Jesse Travis Strong, wife, Sheryl Travis (mother of Brooke), Daisy Roberts Fortenberry (mother to his children), and son-in-law, Danny Ray Givens.

Left to continue his legacy are his children and spouses, Ozzie Travis Givens, Robert

"Bobby" (Suzanne) Travis, Randy (Mary) Travis, Brook-leigh "Brooke" Carr, and Arthur "Yogi" Johnson; his grandchildren, Yancey "Renee" (Cody) Britt, Ross (Betsy) Travis, Craig Travis, Carson Travis, Michelle (Chris) Fulton, David (Kandance) Smith, Stephanie (John) Miller and Steve (Allison) Travis; three great-grandchildren, Abigail & Lydia Travis and Amelia Fulton; and three step great grandchildren, Branson, Gracie, and Layla Smith.

A Celebration of Walter's Life, Visitation, and Funeral Service will be held at the Walter William Travis Estate, Thursday, November 14, 2024, from 5pm-9pm and will continue Friday

from 9am-11am, with services starting at 11am. Interment will follow at Pine Ridge Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers are Arthur "Yogi" Johnson, Cody Britt, Steve Travis, John Miller, Chuck Wilkes, Bill Blades, and David Smith.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Varnado, Jay McGregor, Greensburg Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center, and Eagan Hospice for the care and compassion shown to our loved one.

Walter William Travis Estate, 467 Ethel Lane, Kentwood, Louisiana 70444

In lieu of flowers, and in memory of our father and grandfather, please contribute to a charity of your choice.

The funeral arrangements are being handled by Riverwood Family Funeral Service.

7 comments

  • Comment Link Robert Cleveland Tuesday, 12 November 2024 11:27 posted by Robert Cleveland

    Walter was one of those unique individuals that like him or not, you never forgot him. I really enjoyed the time I spent with him! He will be missed! My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and his friends, like me who genuinely miss him!

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  • Comment Link Cynthia Torrence Tuesday, 12 November 2024 11:17 posted by Cynthia Torrence

    Condolences and prayers to the family. Mr. Walter was one of my customers.

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  • Comment Link Gary Stanga Tuesday, 12 November 2024 08:34 posted by Gary Stanga

    I loved Mr. Walter. He was real old school and a handshake on an agreement really meant something to him. I was blessed to be able to help him over the years and he was a strong supporter and of mine. He was surprisingly well read and very knowledgeable about a wide array of topics.
    I will certainly miss him.

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  • Comment Link Mayor Irma Gordon, Town Council and Town Citizens Monday, 11 November 2024 22:06 posted by Mayor Irma Gordon, Town Council and Town Citizens

    The Town of Kentwood extends Love, Prayers and Sympathy to Mr. Walter's Family. Mr. Walter will be missed by so many, especially The Town of Kentwood. The Town will always be thankful and grateful to Mr. Walter for always being a dedicated Citizen, for never turning Kentwood down in the time of need. Take your Rest Mr. Walter, for your work is completed here on earth. God has Spoken and You have answered. Forever Remembered!!

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  • Comment Link Jim Esneault Monday, 11 November 2024 16:26 posted by Jim Esneault

    Over the years Walter handled many projects for me. The work was always top notch at a fair price. His advice was invaluable. His stories were the best. He was one of a kind and will certainly be missed.

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  • Comment Link Nicole McKnight Monday, 11 November 2024 15:02 posted by Nicole McKnight

    Deepest Sympathy ????❤️

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  • Comment Link Yvonne Lee Soears Andersin Monday, 11 November 2024 14:59 posted by Yvonne Lee Soears Andersin

    I am sorry for your loss Sending prayers as you go thru this loss

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