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Gladys Smith Obituary
She was a member of Zion Baptist Church, Hampton Va. She was a resident of Hampton for 86 years and recently moved to Summerville to live with her devoted granddaughter.
In addition to her parents, Mrs. Gladys was preceded in death by her husbands, Lewis (Beauty) Sargent and Joseph (Dick) Smith Sr.
She leaves to cherish her memories a devoted granddaughter, Joan Robinson (David) of Summerville, S.C.; three special cousins, Mrs. Martha Foster and Mrs. MaryAnn Cornish of Woodbridge, Va.; Mrs. Charlotte Beckett of Hampton; also her stepchildren, Mrs. Estelle Sargent Burke of Richmond, Va., the Rev. Dr. Robert Sargent (JoAnne), Mr. John Coston Smith Sr., and Mr. Joseph Smith (Joe Boy) Jr., of Hampton; and many other relatives and friends.
Special thanks to Mrs. Madeline Matthews, Deaconess Alberta Robinson, Mrs. Elsie Wallace, Mr. Bob Blackley, Deacon Frances Mann and Mrs. Eloise Matthews.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 5, at Smith Brothers Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Chauncey E. Mann Jr., officiating. Interment will follow at Hampton Memorial Gardens. Family and friends are to assemble at the funeral home chapel by 10:30 a.m. A viewing will be from 3 to 5 p.m. today, at Smith Brothers Funeral Home, 545 E. Mercury Blvd., Hampton – ph. 723-4117. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gladys Smith
Sharon Bowman-Griffin
January 5, 2010
I am so saddened to learn of the passing of my great aunt, Gladys Sargent Smith! I have fond memories of hanging out at Uncle Beauty's and playing with Joan and Cookie in bygone days. My current health would not permit me to attend her service, but I will always have fond memories of Aunt Gladys and those days when families were able to remain close. My sincere sympathy to all the family.
Jamilah Brown
January 5, 2010
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Gilda Smaw Jackson
January 5, 2010
Joan and David:
The good times we shared with Miss Gladys will forever be in my heart. I pray that God will give you strength but remember that she has gone on to a better place and is watching over us from above.
Tim Beckett
January 4, 2010
Joan, I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Gladys. I remember visiting her and Mr. Dick often with my grandmother. I believe I even have a picture of me, my sister TeeTee and cousin Lisa at her house when we very little children. I pray that God keep you and comfort you during this time.
joann miles
January 4, 2010
Joan and David,
Sorry to hear about the passing of Aunt Gladys.My heart go out to you and your family.
Christie Myrthil
January 4, 2010
Joan and David,
It hurts to see that God has called his Angel home so soon but she is in a better place. A place where there is no more pain, no more suffering and no more worrying. A place where the streets are paved with gold and a mansion is waiting for her.
Granny was always there for us growing up. I still hear the stories how she would make a plate full of bacon for me and my sister each when were table high just because we loved it so much. She was a crowned jewel and she can never ever be replaced so hold on to the memories she left and continue to pass on her wisdom. Our prayers are with you.
Love Christie, Kevin and KJ Myrthil.
Andrea Forbes
January 4, 2010
Joan and David,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your grandmother. She was a special lady. I enjoyed being in her presence and she shared a lot of wisdom. I will miss cooking her the little cakes and sharing my little time with her. Bless you for taking care of such a "beautiful" lady.
Andrea Forbes
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