Gary, Indiana
Burkes, Gwendolyn (Oliver) "Mama Gwen", a lifelong resident of Gary, Indiana was born on June 16, 1955. She passed away peacefully on May 26, 2012 from a lingering illness. She was a DEVOUT member of First Church of God, 134 East 43rd Avenue, Pastor Robert McClure Jr. She attended Horace and...
Read MoreI am so sorry to hear of the passing of Gwen. She was a good friend with a loving, sweet and giving personality. Rest In Peace my good friend. I will miss you dearly.
Gina Hunter
June 19, 2012 | Gary, IN
To Gwen's family,
May you find peace from the “God of all comfort” during this time of grief. (1Cor. 1.3)
M Dixon
June 08, 2012
Our prayers are with you during your time of loss. May you find peace and comfort in the memories of Gwen. Because of her joyous spirit, she will never be forgotten by all who were blessed to know her.
The Walton Family
June 08, 2012 | Gary, IN
May God be with Gwen family, you will be in my prayers, she will be miss
Equilla Sherard
June 04, 2012 | Michigan City, IN
To Ms. Eldora Johnson & Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your beloved daughter. May your heart be comforted with the comfort that only our loving God can give. You are being remembered in prayer. Jacquelyn White, Service Coordinator
Linden House of Gary, Gary, IN.
June 04, 2012
May you RIP, Your family are all in my prayers, may GOD bless you all
Lety Vargas
June 02, 2012 | Gary, IN
I am sorry to read of Gwen's passing. We were classmates at Horace Mann, and actually went back to Dorie Miller days, may God grant the family peace.
Mary Johnson
June 02, 2012 | San Antonio, TX
Mrs. Johnson,Lena,Ann & rest of family,
May God comfort, strengthen and keep you in His care during this difficult time. Did not know Gwen but I know she came from a God fearing family. May she rest in peace.
Geraldine "Squeaky" Cash
June 02, 2012 | Lithonia, GA
To Maurice and Family:
We all grew up on fifth avenue , thirty years later, I always see Gwen in The Gary Village or fifth avenue. Always a warm heart and kind words for all. Rest In Heaven, Gwen.
Debbie Hardy- Clark
June 01, 2012