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Florence Gant Obituary

Florence Carolyn Gant, age 92 was born in Caldwell, Kansas to John Henry and Gladys Wingate. She was a member of St. John Baptist Church for over 20 years. Preceded in death by her parents, John Henry and Gladys Wingate, husband, Dorris H. Gant, sister Dr. Phyllis J. Hobson and great grandson Konadda M. Gant. Left to cherish her memory are two sons, Ralph (Betty) Gant and Roger Gant, one daughter , Valerie (Robert, Sr.) Williams, 13 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren, Visitation: Friday, November 25, 2016 from 12:00-8:00pm. Family hours 6:00-8:00pm at the Guy & Allen Funeral Chapel, 2959 W. 11th Ave , Gary, IN 46404. Funeral services Saturday, November 26, 2016 at 11:00am at St. John Baptist Church, 2457 Massachusetts St., Gary, IN 46407. Sr. Pastor R.E. Robinson, Officiating. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Nov. 22 to Nov. 25, 2016.

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Shelia Billingsley

November 26, 2016

My condolences Roger, Valerie, and Ralph. I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Mrs . Gant was a sweet person. You are in my prayers.

Alice Bell

November 26, 2016

Roger, Valerie, Ralph & Family our prayers and love are with you doing your darkest hours. Florence spent 92 glorious years in our midst. Gone but never forgotten. She will always be in our hearts. Blessing to each and everyone.

Shirley Lipsey

November 23, 2016

You will be sadly missed.

Garthell & Gail Elkins

November 22, 2016

We light this candle in memory of such a loving soul. We will miss you Mama Gant!

Brenda Warren-Davis

November 22, 2016

Bro Ralph Gant, I was sorry to learn of the passing of your Mother, Mrs. Florence Gant. I hope you will find peace and strength in the days ahead through the love & caring of family and friends. Know that you & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.

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12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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26

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

St. John Baptist Church

2457 Massachusetts St, Gary, IN

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2959 West 11th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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