of Greenbrier, AR
November 14, 1932 - January 2, 2026
Walter Louis Skelton, 93, of Conway, Arkansas, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026. Walter was born in 1932 in Conway, Arkansas. He was the second son of Jacob Yoes Skelton and Louise Mary Skelton (née Nabholz).
He was preceded in death by his siblings, Jimmy Skelton, Dan Skelton, David Skelton, and Marion Swift; his parents, Louise and Jacob Skelton; his wife, Martha Ann Skelton; and a grandson, Jared Skelton.
He is survived by his children, Catherine Nash, Andrea Holt (Jamie), John Skelton, and Laura Skelton; grandchildren, Diane Howland (Tanner) and Jacob Skelton; great grandchildren (Carson, Tyler, and Tucker Howland); and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Walter was a proud graduate of St. Joseph School in Conway. He earned a degree in business administration from Arkansas State Teachers College (now UCA). Walter served in the U.S. Army as a medical technician. He went on to become the Chief Medical Technologist at St. Vincent Hospital in Little Rock. Walter was a member of UALR Law School's first graduating class. He served as the Arkansas Commissioner of Revenue and was appointed to the Public Service Commission by Governor Frank White. He later practiced law independently for many years.
Walter was an avid outdoorsman. He spent many weekends hunting and fishing. He especially loved turkey hunting and fly fishing. On one of the happiest days of his life, he killed two turkeys with a single shot. His children and grandchildren fondly remember the annual family fishing trips he organized.
Walter was also an avid reader and writer. He was never without a book, often reading and re-reading volumes about history and science. He wrote a number of unpublished stories and books, including a series of children's stories and a book about the U.S. Constitution. He also wrote a number of poems, essays, and letters to the editor.
Above all, Walter loved his family. He was a devoted son, proud sibling, and loving father. His children will miss him immensely.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM at St Joseph Catholic Church's Chapel in Conway, Arkansas. Burial will follow at St Joseph Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the link provided to St Joseph Catholic Church Missions Outreach Fund in Memory of Walter at https://giving.parishsoft.com/app/giving/sj
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 15013277727.
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11 Condolence(s)
David
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Walter was a fine man. I first met him in 1983 at Bayou Meto. He was so interesting to visit with about politics, religion, hunting , fishing & life. I had the joy of having Dr. Dan, Walters brother @ SAU. Joanie & I send our love to Laura & all the family.
Pam White Dunavant
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Andrea, I'm praying comfort and peace for you and your family in the passing of your father. He has a wonderful legacy.
Jason Malone
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
I'm so sorry for your loss. I still remember meeting Walter for the first time when taking Laura to a school dance if not mistaken. Please know you're in my thoughts.
Marian Brown
Monday, January 5, 2026
It was a privilege to care for Walter in his last years. RIP Walter and condolences to the family.
Tom and Nancy Erbach
Monday, January 5, 2026
Matt, So sorry to learn of your Uncle Walter's passing.
Jackie Gregory
Monday, January 5, 2026
So sad to hear of Walter's death. He was quite a unique individual and was full of I treating information to share. I enjoyed his family visits to Bayou Meto during my time there. May God be with you as you miss him.
Leanne Ridgely-Bland
Monday, January 5, 2026
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Karen Matthews
Monday, January 5, 2026
Andrea and family I am so sorry for your loss. I have known Walter since I was little. All of you are in my prayers.
Jimmy Brown
Monday, January 5, 2026
Walter, your life was a blessing, and your memory a treasure to the Brown Family (DeWitt, AR). You are loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure. Take Your Rest for Your Work Is Done. [Matt 25:21]
Mattie Allen
Monday, January 5, 2026
Walter , Thank You for being such a Wonderful Friend to our Dad, Louis Brown and our Family.
Sheila Gary
Monday, January 5, 2026
With the family I will also mourn the passing of Walter. When I begin my job at Ridgemere he was one of the first residents that I met and he became one of my closest friends. I will forever have a special place in my heart for Mr Walter Skelton.