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Gwendolyn Rich Obituary
Gwendolyn Olympia Rich, 57, of Allentown, died Thursday, September 15, 2005, in her residence. She was the wife of Alexander Rich Sr. They were married for 20 years. Born in Fayetteville, N.C., she was the daughter of Lillian Grace Bell of Bethlehem and the late Anderson Mitchell. She was employed by TJ Maxx, Whitehall, for 14 years. Prior to that, she worked for 1st National Bank of Allentown. Survivors: Husband; mother; son, Alexander J. Jr. at home; brother, John L. Mitchell of Allentown; sisters, Carolyn R. Allen of Allentown, Anita M. Paige of Bethlehem; stepson, Jerome Daniels. Services: 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 21, Union Baptist Church, 6th and Chew streets, Allentown. Call 10-11 a.m. Wednesday 10-11 a.m. in the church. Trexler Funeral Home, 1625 Highland St., Allentown, is in charge of arrangements. www.trexlerfuneralhome.com.
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Anthony and Terry Shaw
September 22, 2005
We were very saddened,to hear of Gwens passing. We will miss her. Gwen always had a smile on her face and always something nice to say. She was a living witness of Gods pure love. Our prayers are with her husband and son and the rest of the family. Be storng in the Lord and the power of his might. God Bless you all.
JAN&DEVON MAURICIO
September 20, 2005
TO THE LOVED ONES OF GWEN,
GWEN WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON & A VERY GOOD FRIEND. MY DAUGTHTER AND I WORKED WITH GWEN FOR MANY YEARS AT T.J.MAX. SHE ALWAYS SPOKE VERY KINDLY AND LOVINGLY ABOUT HER FAMILY. SHE ALSO WAS VERY PROUD OF HER SON. YOU ARE THE SUNSHINE OF HER LIFE,ALEX JR. I'M VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND YOU ALL ARE IN OUR HEARTS ALWAYS. I CAN CLOSES MY EYES AND JUST PICTURE HER WITH HER BIG BEAUTIFUL SMILE AND HER FRIENDLY HELLO,HOW YA DOING GIRL! (IN HER LIME GREEN OUTFIT OR LEOPARD ONE.)SHE WAS A GOOD FRIEND & A VERY CARING PERSON I WILL MISS HER VERY MUCH AS WE ALL WILL. ONCE AGAIN I'M VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Ethelene Cross
September 20, 2005
When ever I went to TJMAXX Gwen was there with a kind word and her gentle smile, and always eager to talk. My condolences to her son Alex and the rest of the family.
Gunzalis Smith
September 19, 2005
It's a sad thing for Sister Gwen to go home as soon as she did...But God has a way to make sure we get home in time for His Glory...May God continue to give you peace and strength thru time of sorrow...
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RICHARD & BRENDA BURTON
September 18, 2005
To the Family,
Gwen's sweet kind and loving spirit will be missed by many.
May God bless, strengthen and keep you all.
benjamin karin
September 18, 2005
I worked with Gwen at TJMaxx for the past 10 months, and I just want to let the family to know I enjoyed working with her. She will never be forgotten because I will carry her in my heart always.
Pat Chambers
September 17, 2005
Dear Rich Family, I am so sorry to have heard about Gwen's passing. I met Gwen at Faith Baptist Church many years ago. She is one of the sweetest persons I have ever met in my life. She will truly be missed by all. May God give all of you confort in knowing she was a true believer. And we will see her one day again in Heaven. God Bless all of you. Pat and Jimmie Chambers
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