GWENDOLYN-CRENSHAW-Obituary

GWENDOLYN L. CRENSHAW

Washington, District of Columbia

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  GWENDOLYN LORRAINE  DENT CRENSHAW  "GiGi" (Age 67)  Suddenly, while visiting from Denver, CO Gwen entered into eternal rest at Doctors Community Hospital in Lanham, MD on Sunday, October 26, 2014. She is survived by her daughter, Christina Crenshaw Wilson (Nicholas...

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It was an honor which I hardly deserved to make Gwen's acquaintance and witness her example. I can only imagine what great things she has accomplished, what a life she has lived, and how deep a void will be left to those who were close to her. She constantly inspired me with her graceful poise, her easy discernment of what in life was and wasn't important, her humor, her dreams for ever new adventures and experiences. She is very much missed.

I first met Gwen when she worked at Kent Denver School, and we were both involved in multicultural assessments of independent schools. I have such fond memories of her and her niece Tawana Hinton visiting us on Martha's Vineyard. The last time I saw her was when she was visiting libraries in the Boston area for a project related to her work at the Denver Library. We had talked in a while, but I've always considered her a friend. I'm so shocked and surprised to learn we have all lost such...

Gwendolyn may you rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. God bless.

I will always have warm and happy memories of Gwen and the Dent family .

Gwen holds a special place in my heart. She was kind, insightful, and had a great sense of humor. Gwen was a remarkable woman and I am extremely fortunate that I had the opportunity to get to know her. God Bless you and your family Gwen. Love, Jennifer Frick

I am so shocked and saddened to learn of Gwen's death. She was such an awesome person. My deepest sympathies to her family.

I dearly sorry for your loss. Gwen was an amazing cluster manager at DPL. I also had the chance to work with her at Bear Valley Library. I'll always remember her smile. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

I am so sorry to hear about your loss, I will always remember Ms. Crenshaw as someone one who was passionate about their family and work in the library, I will miss her beautiful smile. I pray God's blessings and comfort over you during your journey of bereavement.

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.