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Gwendolyn Sweeney Obituary
Gwendolyn was born in Calera, Okla., on May 5, 1922, to Hulet L. and Hazel M. Ray. She was raised and educated in Calera, Okla., graduating from Calera High School in 1940. Gwendolyn moved to the Hanford area in 1940 and married J.K. Sweeney in Reno, Nev., in September of 1941. She was a wonderful homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother. LaMoine Drug Store employed her in the cosmetic department for many years.
Gwendolyn was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star of Hanford. She enjoyed cooking and sewing for her daughters. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a very special lady and will be missed by all who knew her.
Gwendolyn is survived by two daughters, Merdys Roberts of Hanford and Linda Rudis of Visalia; one brother, Joe B. Ray of Marysville; two sisters, Imogene Propst of Hanford and Mary Ray of Richardson, Texas; two granddaughters, Jana Gonsalves of Davis and Nicole Rudis of Visalia; and one very special great-grandson, Christian Blair of Davis. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.K., in 1998; and by her brother, Jack Ray, in 2004.
Private family services will be held at a later date.
Remembrances may be sent to: SPCA, 8084 Lacey Blvd., Hanford, CA 93230.
Arrangements are under the direction of People's Funeral Chapel.
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Memories and Condolences
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Kelty Propst
December 14, 2006
Nicole,
I signed the guestbook yesterday and forgot to include your name. Our love and thoughts to you as well.
Kelty, April and Javier
Kelty Propst
December 13, 2006
Linda, Merdys, Jana and Christian,
Just about every time I saw Aunt Gwen she asked me if she could color my hair. She always wanted to lighten it. Well, on thursday evening I went into SF and had my hairdresser color my hair in her honor. We all send you love. Kelty, April and Javier
Lana Rhea Cantrell
December 10, 2006
Dear Linda and Merdys,
I remember so well the day your mom pierced my ears. Ice cubes, string, sewing needle, etc. Over these many years I have thought of her often as I am putting in my earrings. She will always remain a wonderful childhood memory and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Barbara Martella Caviezel
December 9, 2006
Merdys Ann, Linda and Families....so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a great lady and I know you will miss her dearly.
Sincerely, Barbara
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