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Gladys Strong Obituary

Gladys Opheila Alexander Strong CHARLOTTE - Mrs. Gladys Opheila Alexander Strong, 83, of Charlotte, passed on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014, at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. Funeral service will be held on Friday, Feb. 7, 2014, at 12 noon at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 3301 Beatties Ford Road. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Interment will follow at Oaklawn Cemetery. Survivors are: four sons, Giles "Jim" Strong, Charles Strong (Melissa), Wayne Strong, and Darryl Strong (Beverly); four daughters, Davine Neal, Carolyn Lawrence, Cynthia Strong-Anthony (Herbert); and Dianne Strong-Sadler, all of Charlotte; 23 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren. Grier Funeral Service, 115 John McCarroll Avenue, Charlotte, NC is in charge (704) 332-7109.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Feb. 6, 2014.

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Carolyn Horsley-Ballou

February 12, 2014

Cynt and Strong family
I am deeply saddened to hear about the transition of your/our mother. I will miss her smile and long chats. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

February 10, 2014

my prayers are with you

Catherine Deas

February 8, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Annie

February 8, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Marilyn Twitty Brown & Walter Twitty, Jr.

February 7, 2014

We're sending our prayers and blessings to all of your family in the loss of your lovely mother, Gladys.

Sheila Williams Cummings

February 7, 2014

To the Strong Family: We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I remember her very well growing up, when I use to come by your house to play with Phyllis. She was a very sweet and king lady. We will keep you all in our prayers. RIP Mrs. Gladys Strong. Love the Williams Family

Alice Johnson

February 7, 2014

Dianne and Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your Mom. I have many fond memories of her. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you, always.

Doris Redfearn

February 7, 2014

To the Strong Family, I just learned of Ms. Glady's death today. I am deeply saddened by your loss. I have fond memories of all of us growing up in Southside and wish that I could be there to show my respect to the family.

Karen Scott

February 7, 2014

To Wayne Strong and Family:

With Deep Sympathy,
May this sorrowful time allow you to reflect upon all the joy that you once shared with your departed loved one. You will all be in my prayers.

Brad & Dino Burns

February 6, 2014

Wayne and family, I are so sorry for your loss. I did't know your mom but I know you. We as children are a reflection of our parents, showing what a great person your mom must have been. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family....

BERT HINES

February 6, 2014

Sorry to hear about the loss of your MOM, I Know hearts are heavy, God will see you through. May she rest in peace.

ALLEN GRIFFIN

February 6, 2014

I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Mama Strong. She and Toot and their entire family embraced me into their family when I first moved to Charlotte. She will be greatly missed.

February 6, 2014

To The Strong Family, we remember your Mom fondly, her laugh, her BIG heart, her determination, her faith and strength, her infectious smile and her abundant love for her (huge)family. She was very proud of that. :) Thanks for sharing her with us. Our prayers are with you all. The Spencer Family

Missy Zimmerman

February 6, 2014

Trusting in The Lord is the greatest strength and knowing He makes no mistakes. Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. We love you.

Cindy Scott Fulwood & Family

February 6, 2014

Dear Wayne & Family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent & child. Our deepest condolences are with you.

The Ingrams

February 6, 2014

We are very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in trusting God's infinite wisdom......We love you.
(Edmond "Bee", Rena, Debra, Rodney, Courtney, DeBrelle, Robert Jr. and Rasheeda)

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