Mr. David Gabbard
March 2, 1946 - February 28, 2022
Mr. Gabbard was born on March 2,1946 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Jesse Gabbard and Beatrice Spencer Gabbard. He passed away on Monday, February 28,2022 at his residence. David was a professional pipe welder for 40 years. After retirement, his enjoyment was to repair and work on his homes. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Valerie Jean Gabbard; children, Darrell Gabbard, Laura Bednarski (Rodney Jones), David Gabbard Jr. (Desiree Matthews), Jess Gabbard (Vicki Newell), Jerry Gabbard (Ana), Phillip Gabbard (Kayla); thirteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and brother, Hershel Gabbard. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Anthony Gabbard; granddaughter, Daylana Gabbard; siblings, Henry Gabbard, Geneva Smith, James Gabbard and Jesse Gabbard.
Mr. Gabbard was born on March 2,1946 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Jesse Gabbard and Beatrice Spencer Gabbard. He passed away on Monday, February 28,2022 at his residence. David was a professional pipe welder for 40 years. After retirement, his... View Obituary & Service Information