Glenda Kay
Gower
May 16, 1946 -
March 24, 2017
Columbus, GA- Glenda was born to Charles Everett Gower and Mary Alta Dodson Gower on the evening of May 16, 1946, in Columbus, Georgia. In the early morning hours of March 24, 2017, she died at the age of 70.
Glenda completed two masters degrees, one in Statistics and Computer Science, and another in Accounting at the University of Georgia, and had begun doctoral work in Testing, Measurement and Research Design. She served as Statistician and Computer Programmer and the University of Georgia before working at Fort Benning. She started as an Operations Research and Systems Analyst and Education Specialist at Fort Benning, and eventually worked up to Chief of the Program Analysis and Evaluation Office, and then Chief of Internal Review.
In 1996, Glenda was awarded the Commander's Award for Civilian Service. And in 2006, she was awarded the Distinguished Civilian Service Award, and was inducted into the Order of St. Maruice—the highest award for service to the Infantry. She was a faithful member of the Columbus First Seventh-day Adventist Church, and a friend to many.
She is survived by her older brother, Charles A. Gower, nephew, Austin Gower, Niece, Anne Gower, uncle, C. A. Dodson, and many cousins.
Graveside services will be held at 3pm, Tuesday, March 28, at Parkhill Cemetery, 4161 Macon Rd, Columbus, GA.

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Published by Ledger-Enquirer on Mar. 27, 2017.

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Neva Brooks

April 2, 2017

I loved Glenda Kay. I first met Glenda in 1986 when I started working in her office at Fort Benning, Ga. She was a very smart woman and full of the aloha spirit. I will miss her dearly. I feel an empty spot in my heart and she will forever be a part of my life.....

John and Nani Hulse

April 1, 2017

We loved Glenda so much--a smart, funny, creative lady with spirit and determination. She taught us many valuable life lessons she received from her very wise parents and from her own experiences, and taught two Californians to love and embrace all that is wonderful about the South. There is an empty place in our hearts that no one else can ever fill.

March 28, 2017

Charles just heard tonite of Glendas passing. She and I were good friends in high school and graduated together. Remember spending night with her playing with the puppies and all those cocks of your dads chiming on the hour for five minutes at different times. She was a sweet very intligent girl. I got in tojch with her the end of ast year and we talked for an hour so sorry for your loss and prayers are extended to yohr whole family

Ruby Bond Johnson

William E. Ellison

March 28, 2017

Charles, very sorry to hear of Glenda's passing. Hadn't seen her in many years, but remember her quite well. Glenda and my older sister, Harriet Ellison, were very close friends in school,...and I was the "little brother" hanging around in those days. Harriet is a retired school teacher in Slidell, La. and was unable to come up here for Glenda's service ( as for myself, I am obligated to a tax client meeting and am, sadly, unable to come to the service,....but just wanted to let you and your family know we are thinking of you at this tough time). Incidentally, I have fond memories of not only Glenda, but your parents, as well..... images that pop up in my mind include your mom and all the chihuahua puppies she was raising , ya'll's neat house , a gold-colored Pontiac station wagon, and a jeep ( green, I believe) parked in the yard there. All this just mixes together with fun times in the early 60s when things seemed to be so simple and nice. Will miss Glenda. Comfort and blessings to you all! --Bill Ellison

Judy Van Meter Parris

March 28, 2017

Charles and family, Glenda was my classmate at CHS and we also were in Girl Scouts together for many years. I last saw her at our 50th HS reunion and enjoyed talking with her. I will always remember her beautiful smile! My deepest sympathy on your loss.

Tom and Anne Berry

March 27, 2017

Our deepest sympathies to the Charles A. Gower Family on the loss of your Sister and Aunt. May the memories last forever.

Margie Koper

March 27, 2017

I worked with Glenda for many years at Fort Benning in Resource Management. She was a very smart lady and will be missed. Sincere condolences to her family.

Becky Langston

March 27, 2017

Served with Glenda at Ft Benning. Brilliant lady, always honest and helpful.

Connie and Ernie Adamson

March 27, 2017

I will always be thankful for Glenda's friendship and support when my sister had her stroke. She was one of my sister's dearest friends. Now they are together in heaven. May God bring peace and comfort to you. With deepest sympathy, Connie and Ernie Adamson

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