GLADYS-GIFFORD-Obituary

GLADYS "PEBBLE" GIFFORD

Cambridge, Massachusetts

1938 - 2025

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GIFFORD, Gladys "Pebble" Harvard Square Preservation Champion, Dies at 86 A passionate advocate for community preservation and a respected figure in Cambridge, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully, on March 13, 2025, at the age of 86. Known for her tireless dedication to protecting the charm and...

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I am saddened to read of Pebble´s death. We were good friends at Madeira and roommates at Smith our freshman year. She was in my wedding in 1958. Although we had not been in touch for many years, I remember her fondly as a most intelligent woman and dear friend. My heartfelt sympathy to her family. Betsy Eells

Pebble was a good friend, and I have many fond memories of our years together at Madeira. Condolences to all the family. Valerie Williams

Kate Halle Briggs...had mahy laughs with Pebble at Madeira...KHB

Deep sympathy to Pebbles sons and daughters and all her family. She was truly a force to be reckoned with and added so much to the quality of our civic lives. She grabbed me and brought me into her circle of activism as soon as I came back from DC in the 80s. She was a loyal and supportive friend and a true hero. She is missed tremendously.

We were surprised and sorry to hear of Pebble's death. The last time we saw Pebble was Thanksgiving at Carolyn Tribe's house. She was still the Pebble we knew with lots to say and share. We are sure a part of Pebble is still in Harvard Square and she will be remembered for all the work she did to maintain the history and environment of the Square. We hope there will be a memorial in Harvard Square dedicated to the remembrance of Pebble.

A Harvard Square Celebration for Pebble, who introduced me to community activism and Priscilla McMillan over 35 years ago. A constant friend who is missed, but made a huge difference in the Republic of Cambridge.

To the Gifford family I send my deepest condolences for your loss . And out fair city lost a Fabulous advocate and she was a driving force on so many good things that happened . Plus her friendship with me and my family was Constant and very Friendly especially with Our school age children . Thanks Pebble I´ll miss you. Judy Summersby

It has been some time since I last saw or talked with Pebble. We were colleagues together in residential real estate sales for many years. I always admired her friendly demeanor, intelligence and energy. As sad as it is to know that she has passed on, I am grateful for having known her. My deepest sympathies to her loved ones and friends. Louise Olson

Rest in eternal peace . I came to know Galdys through Jane her care giver though i have never been to USA. Jane loved you dearly .