Alan Ward Gaulding, 68, of Bracey, VA and formerly of Victoria, VA passed away Feb. 15, 2021. He was the son of the late William Carroll Gaulding, Sr. and Martha Ellen Ward Gaulding and brother of the late William Carroll Gaulding, Jr.  He is survived by his daughters, Ashley Henson (Roy) of Bracey and Afton Gaulding of South Hill, 6 grandchildren, Aubree, Trinity, Tyler, Katlyn, Colby and Alyssa. Alan loved his dog Skibo who was with him always. He loved being outdoors and trucking. He just wanted to be free. Alan wanted no services and wished for his cremains to be spread at some of the places along his trucking route. Anyone wishing to say a final goodbye to Alan is encouraged to stop by the Staples Funeral Home at 4PM on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021.