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Linda Brooks Bentley posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, October 29, 2022
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Janey, my dear friend. I heard from Shirley Ann, yesterday. I was so saddened and disheartened to hear.
I was so close to you and your family as children, growing up in the same neighborhood. My brother Mike was best friends with your little brother, Jimmy. Becky, my older sister was friends with your sister, Judy. We were a family of 8 children, and yours a family of 5 children.
Our house was directly behind yours. We lived so close that we could hear each other's family conversations, in the evenings, from the other side of the backyard fence. I remember, between the school years of the 2nd to 6th grade, while attending the small, Fort Smith, Elementary School, you, Shirley Ann and I would have so much fun, playing together.
I remember the chickens that your family had in your backyard. Even so long ago, I remember distinctly how they sounded.
And I remember the sound of our laughter. The three of us, you, Shirley and I. The sound is crisp and clear in my mind, as if it was just yesterday. An echo of time. A beautiful and innocent time.
We had such good times of laughter and joy, as children. Janey, you were just the cutest thing, not just as a child, but your entire life.
I will miss you always,
Love to your family,
Linda Brooks Bentley
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Cheryl Lee uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, October 27, 2022
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I always remember Aunt Janey making the most delicious donuts I have ever tasted. Shawn and I stayed with Aunt Janey and Uncle Gary a few summers when we were growing up, and Janey would try new recipes. They were always delicious, all of them, but it was the donuts that I remember to this day and will always think of, when remembering her baked treats. From time to time I consider trying to make her donuts, but I know they will never be quite as incredible as the ones that should make for us.
We miss you and love you,
Cheryl Lee
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Barbie Ungewitter Carrell uploaded photo(s)
Saturday, October 22, 2022
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Thinking of you. Missing you. Loving you. Thinking of your husband Gary and the Girls Melissa Lisa Walker and Shelley Victoria Walker and knowing how much they must be thinking, missing, and loving you too. I listen to any country song and think of you and you all dolled up with Gary on your arm and you both so proud and happy and in love. I know he must be missing you a ton as the girls must too. I had to post love to you. Let you know I am always still thinking of you and the family. You and your family will always be family. I love you all and miss you Terribly. Hugs and kisses and so many misses.
Barbie Anne Ungewitter Carrell
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Rick Crets uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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I knew Gloria for 53 years. I met Gary, her husband, back in Vietnam, in 1969. I was from Sacramento, Northern California, and Gary, from Highland, Southern California. Gary and I became best friends while we were in Vietnam, and approximately 6 months after we ended our tour, I decided to drive down to Highland to visit Gary and Gloria. This is where I first met Gloria. Gary had talked about her the entire time we were in Vietnam, and everyone knew of Gloria, through the many stories Gary shared with us. He talked about her so often, we all felt like we already knew her. She was everything he had described for so long, including articulate, prim, proper, and always fashionably dressed. Gloria never left the house without being completely made up, with hair fixed, her makeup on and dressed to go to a fancy dinner.
Gary and Gloria lived in a one bedroom apartment in Highland and while I was visiting with them, I stayed on the couch. Gloria set me up on dates with her friends. During that visit, we all went to Huntington Beach, and on that trip, Gloria and her friend decided that they would attempt to get a suntan, and instead of using sun block, they had been told by a coworker to try coconut butter. They both completely fried. The burns were so bad, that both of them missed work the next day, which was something Gloria avoided doing at all costs. After that first trip, I would go down to Highlands often to visit Gary and Gloria. We always had so much fun. Even by 1971, I was still driving down often to visit. Back then, before unleaded gas, Southern California was known as the Smog City. On my way down to visit them, as I approached the Balboa exit, heading to the 210 freeway, my eyes would already be watering like crazy. Gary and Gloria lived in the Fontana segment of Highland, also known as Redlands. They lived across from a Steal Plant, and I would sit in their living room in the mornings and see the giant, red cloud of smoke billow up, along with the smog from the traffic. Gary would wear a gas mask while riding his motorcycle to work each day.
My favorite memory of Gloria was our trip to Tijuana. Back in the early 70's, while Gary and Gloria were still living in Highland, on one of my trips down to Southern California, Gary, Gloria, Amy and I went to to Tijuana. I was having car seats upholstered and needed to drop the seats off while we toured the city. This was Gloria's first trip to Mexico, and Gary, Amy and I were carefully watching to make sure she was ok. This trip definitely took her out of her regular element. Being so prim and proper, Tijuana was a little on the wild side back then, a tad bit shady. We did some site seeing, shopping and ate lunch and dinner. We all just had so much fun, as you can see from the photo
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Gary and Gloria came up to Northern California to visit me often. On those visits they would stay with my parents, Jean and Curly. My parents just loved Gloria. My dad called her Janey, from her middle name, and my mom, being from Missouri took a very special friendship with Gloria, who had grown up in Arkansas. They both had the soft spoken, southern accents, southern cooking and so many similar interests.
In 1974, after so many visits, Gary and Gloria finally decided to move up to Sacramento. We were great friends and spent many weekends and evenings together. We would go to the Sacramento Delta and spend hours catfishing. My parents also loved to catfish there, in those days. Back in the 70's the Delta was a safe place to spend the evenings. Gary swears now days that we never caught any fish, but I am here to tell you that we did! We could sit out there for hours, sitting on the banks until long past 11pm. We could kill 3-4 hours a night out there, just enjoying the evening. Back then there were approximately 250,000 people in the surrounding Sacramento areas, versus now with over 2.2M and with the increase in people causes an increase in crime. But not back then.
Back in those mid 70's, my parents, Gary, Gloria and I also would go to the Horse Races, called The Expo. They were Trotters Horse Races where we could bet $2 and win up to $30 or $40. We would go often, but never really spent too much money.
There were a number of times back then that I would go to my parent's house, and they would casually mention that they had Gloria and Gary over for dinner, or they had gone out to dinner with them.
Gary and Gloria lived on Center Parkway when Shelley was born in '75 and they had moved to Butterfield division of Sacramento, off of Olsen by the time Lisa was born in '78.
Gary and Gloria remained great friends, even after leaving Sacramento towards the tail end of '78. I was there for their 25th wedding anniversary in 1992. Every visit, Gloria would make incredible meals for us, and when a number of Vietnam comrades took sailboat trips to Catalina, Gloria made exquisite meals for us, including the drinks, silver wear, created perfectly with everything we needed.
Gary and Gloria went to many of the Vietnam Reunions. The Reunion in 2015, up in San Francisco, Gloria put together the entire brunch, and she was an incredible cook and baker! She made food for everyone, croissants, fruit salad, finger foods, mimosas, her famous chocolate covered strawberries, and coconut bananas. It was incredible and everyone was so impressed that she did all of the work herself. She was a complete go getter, and she never failed at anything she started working on. It was an entire buffet to end the reunion on a beautiful note. To this day, everyone specifically remembers her meal, how wonderful it looked and tasted.
Gary, Gloria and their daughter Lisa, also attended the San Diego reunion in 2018. That was the last time I saw Gloria. She was always so elegant and beautiful. I will remember her always that way, right by Gary's side, always with the biggest smile on her face and the warming sense in her eyes.
Love you guys forever,
Rick Crets,
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Jack Neithammer lit a candle
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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I first met Gloria at the Marine Corp Reunions (Mike Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines). There were many reunions that Gary and Gloria attended, and I had the chance to visit with them a little bit.
In 2015, while I was on work assignment in Orange County, California I connected with Gary and Gloria. We met for dinner, and for the first time, I was able to spend some quality time with them and have a great opportunity to get to know both of them much better and to visit one on one with them. It was during that dinner that I heard the story of their courtship and I could truly sense the love they had for each other. I believe they married right before Gary headed for Vietnam, in 1969. That must have been extremely difficult for them both - they were, after all, just kids. But how refreshing it was for me to sit in that restaurant, enjoying my time with them and hearing about and seeing the love they still had for each other I wish I had been able to get to know Gloria better, but it doesn't take much time at all to know what a special relationship she and Gary had.
In 2017, Gary and Gloria hosted the union in San Francisco. I remember two years earlier, at the Fort Worth reunion, Gloria had made it clear that she wanted the opportunity to hose the next one. She was very adamant and excited, and she insisted, and of course, it couldn't be in LA, near where they lived. It had to be in San Francisco that year. Gloria and Gary did a tremendous job planning and executing the reunion, and my wife and I had a great opportunity that year to get to know Gloria better.
Jack Neithammer
Second Platoon, Mike 3/7
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Darold Moody posted a condolence
Monday, October 17, 2022
There is no doubt how much Gloria was loved by her husband, Gary. During our time in Vietnam, Gary was deeply in love with Gloria, and we all saw this very clearly. She is the reason he had to come back alive.
We love you guys,
Darold and Maria Moody
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Jacqie Teichner posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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There are so many wonderful memories from over the years I have of knowing Gloria. Starting at Berylwood Elementary, when we lived on Lee street was when I first met Gloria. Over the many years we knew each other we had more laughs and just genuine wonderful times all together. Of course, the biggest memories that go to the top of the list are all the happy hours at Chili’s. What great times and we certainly looked forward to those happy hours.
Gloria had the the biggest heart in the small body of hers. What a powerhouse of a women in all she did in the community, and with friends. She will always have a special place in my heart, and I’m blessed with the memories I have of her.
Love, Jacqie
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Richard Ewers posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, October 10, 2022
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Back when we were on this Firebase called Rattlesnake in the middle of Nowheresville, Vietnam, Gary and the others in our squad used to talk when we had a chance and we all knew he was very much in love with Gloria.
Gary would just break out in song and sing that song 'Gloria' and spell it out at the top of his lungs! It lifted everyone's spirits and brought smiles among us.
It was very nice and made us feel like we knew her and many of us, of course, eventually had the pleasure of knowing her .
G -L-O-R-I-A!
My sincere condolences ,
Richard Ewers
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Lucille Monday Falwell lit a candle
Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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Her smile. The first thing I think of when remembering Janey, is her bright and contagious smile. Janey and I were childhood friends. We went to Elementary School together and were also in the same Brownie Troop.
The thing I always noticed was the smile on her face. She was always smiling, and managed to smile no matter what the case was. I always looked forward to seeing her smile.
I miss Janey so much and think of her often. I always will.
Love, your friend,,
Lucille Monday Falwell
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Judy Lee uploaded photo(s)
Monday, October 3, 2022
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I loved Janie so much, and I always will. I do not think words can do her true justice. She always had the sweetest and most gentle spirit. She loved and got along with everyone. Janie was so beautiful in every way, inside and out. On looking back over our lives, I wish I could have spent more time with her. She loved her family, Gary, Shelley, Lisa and all of her friends and relatives so very much.
I remember when our little sister, Teena, was born. Janie just adored Teena. She loved and took care of her, as if she was her own.
Janie always showed God’s love in everything she did. She cared for Teena and for everyone.
I love and miss you, Janie, so very much, every day. For now, until I see you again, love, your sister Judy.
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Lisa Walker uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, August 18, 2022
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My Mom was the kindest, most giving, ingenious, and gracious person I have ever known. My Mom would crawl partly underneath a car to retrieve a coin she dropped, in her heels and business suit outfit, and yet if she saw a homeless person, she would buy them a meal and drink from a fast food restaurant. Every day, my Mom looked like she was ready to walk into a job interview with a CEO. Even friends of mine, who only met her once (for about 15 minutes), remember her as classy, elegant, and kind.
It is only fitting that her dessert business (in which she never charged anyone, but always gave away her amazing baked creations), was named "Classic Elegant Gourmet", with a beautiful black and gold label. All of our neighbors were the taste testers - if any new creation passed the tastebud test with neighbors/friends, then my Mom knew she could share it with family and other friends as well.
I still remember in 2000, when my Mom said she wanted to make a luncheon for everyone in the lab, in which I was volunteering, at UCLA. I said "Mom, there are 65 people in the lab." My Mom smiled and said, 'then, we will have to plan everything really well for that many people to enjoy lunch." We made lunch or brunch about 4-6 times over the next 3 years, for all 65 people in that lab.
My Mom's favorite thing in life (second only to my Dad, sister, and me), was to create new recipes and entertain family and friends. I have so many wonderful memories of my Mom's parties with our dear family and friends.
Her mind was so creative that she would keep paper and ink pen bedside her bed for her patent ideas, screenplay ideas, new recipe creations, poems, fun decorating ideas, sewing designs, et cetera. I can only imagine that my Mom has a flute of champagne in her hand right now, hosting a fabulous party (above the clouds) with family and friends, while out of the dance floor with Billie Jean playing in the background.
Mom, I still remember (by heart) the poem you wrote for Marissa Walker in 1993, and now seems fitting for your family and friends:
Our little Shug, you left us so soon.
Could it have been you were chasing a balloon?
Right out of this world, into a better place, through Heaven's gates, by God's grace.
Look up up, my family/friend's so dear. Look up up, for I am right here.
I will watch over you until we meet again. For the bond between us will never end.
Mom, I love you more than chocolate. I love you more than life itself.
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Gary Walker posted a condolence
Friday, August 12, 2022
Even now, I just don’t have the words to express how lost I am without you. My days are not the same, my nights are not the same, our home is not the same, the entire world is different now, nothing is the same, nothing is important to me now.
Every piece of furniture in our house, every item reminds me of something about you. They make me think about something that you said or did, things that we did together. I still look for you when I walk through the house, without realizing it I listen for your little voice then I realize what I am doing because our home which was full of love and happiness is now only a house, just a building, and the silence overwhelms and depresses me.
During the last months that you were with us, and I knew that we were losing you, I could not bring myself to even think of my life without you. I had not ever considered that possibility and could not think of it then. Facing life without you is now the biggest challenge I have ever faced.
For 75% of my life, you have been the only love of my life, the mother of our children, my very best friend, my closest confidant and advisor, my biggest supporter and fan, the most beautiful and the most wonderful person I have ever known, and my only reason for living.
I love you and will always love and cherish our life together. No one could ever be more blessed than me for the 57 years that God gave you to me before taking you to heaven.
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Lynda Chew posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
Janey was such a sweet, giving, and sincere person. A lady with charisma and class. I have only good memories of her. She will be greatly missed but not forgotten. We'll meet again Janey....
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Angela lit a candle
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
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Aunt Janie was a wonderful lady, and she touched many people's lives. When my children were younger, and I needed a little bit of a break, Aunt Janie was always readily willing to take care of them for awhile.
All of my childhood memories, Thanksgiving, Christmas, holiday celebrations, birthday parties, and family gatherings in the park with Aunt Janie were always very special occasions. I have cherished every good memory I have with my aunt.
I know Janie loved my kids and she was always so good to all of them. She never favored one more than the other. She always accepted me and didn't make me feel like the black sheep of the family that I felt like I was. She was an inspiration to us all and I miss her every day.
I love you, Angela
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Shirley Gentry posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 6, 2022
Last night I dreamed about you, Janey. I told myself I needed to remember the dream so I could share the memory here, and with your family. I went back to sleep, and now I have forgotten the dream. I should have made myself get up out of bed and made myself write it all down, so I would never forget. It was a wonderful dream. I was so happy when I woke up. All I can remember of it was that you and I were talking, talking, talking and we both were thrilled to be together!!!!! As I think about it, we were not old, we were not young...we just were. I have forgotten the dream, but not the joy it brought me, and not you. You bring me joy, even now. You always did, you always will. That I will never forget. ❤️
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Teena Stuart Jeffers lit a candle
Sunday, June 5, 2022
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I have so many memories of my sister. I wanted to share another. Our dad, Eddie had a special place in his heart for Janey (our nickname for her). She was working at the Bank of America, in San Bernardino, CA, in 1968. The branch decided to have a beauty contest. Janey always looked beautiful. She was so tiny and perfect, and she decided to enter the contest. My sister won first place. There was a write up in the local newspaper, and our dad would show everyone, the article. I am hoping that I am able to come across that article.
Shortly after their marriage, in September, 1967, Gary joined the Marine Corp and went to Vietnam. Janey would write a letter to Gary every night without fail. When he left for Vietnam, Janey moved home. I knew how important the letters were to Janey, so I did not gripe too much.
While Gary was in Vietnam, Janey worked at a Lady's Spa/Gym, while we were living in Fort Smith, AR. They had these crazy workout machines! Two, I remember well. One was a platform, that you would stand on with a pole going up in the front. It had a belt that was attached to the pole. You would place the belt around your rear or your thigh. When it was turned on, it would shake the absolute stuffing right out of you.
The other memorable machine was a big, round tumbler with wooden rods attached. These rods had knobs all the way down, looking like a funny looking leg of a table. When turned on, this machine would rotate this leg, and the wooden knobs would beat the fat right off of you.
Janey would not allow me to use these machines much, because I was very thin at that age. During the time that she worked at the gym, she lead the exercise classes. She was very popular, and could definitely make even a potato sweat.
One of my favorite memories of Janey, was her playing a trick on me. Afterwards, I thought it was great, but at the time, not so much. This trick was very clever. She told me to get a mouthful of coke. She told me, without swallowing, to place my head, upside down, in between my legs. I did, and of course, it came fizzing out of my nose. She told me that I had done it all wrong and gave me the same step by step instructions. Yes, the second time I figured it out! I love good times, full of laughter, to this day. ♥
Like I told you the last time I spoke with you, Janey, I will be seeing you, and we will share all of our memories together in constant laughter and happiness. We will keep each other smiling forever. Love you so much. ♥ ♥ ♥
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Teena Stuart Jeffers uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, June 5, 2022
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I am writing these memories of my sister, who taught me how to have fun and enjoy laughter in life in every way. Before she met her husband, Gary, in 1965, when was 16, she was Janey to her family, friends and school mates. There was a popular song, G-L-O-R-I-A, by Van Morrison that was released in 1964, and after meeting my sister, Gary would just sing his heart out every time that song came on the radio, and to Gary, she was Gloria.
Janey was ten years older than I, and while she was dating Gary during the last years of High School, and even after her graduation, I spent many a night with my sister. We had so much fun and always laughed together. She would read to me almost every night. The lovable stories of the Bobbsey Twins kept me looking forward to bed time.
When Janey and Gary were first married, they would have me over to stay the night. I thought they had the coolest bed. This bed was in a big closet, in the living room. It was a Murphy Bed. It would pull out and lay down flat from the closet. To a 9 year old, it was new and exciting. Lots of fun.
Janey was the best entertainer ever. She decided, one night, that we would make taffy. We made it, but something went wrong. We probably did not pull it fast enough and we ended up with taffy dripping all over the place. The more it dripped, the harder we laughed. We laughed and laughed and laughed that night.
Another time, Janey and Gary were taking my brother Jim and I to a haunted house. Before we even arrived at the Haunted House, the trip over became an adventure of its own. At the time, Janey and Gary were driving a two seater, no back seat Corvette. That evening Gary was driving, Jim was in the passenger seat, Janey was on the console between the two seats, and guess where I ended up? Yes, it was in the trunk, with my head sticking out into the front of the car. It was the funniest thing.
At my age, the haunted house was real. A zombie fell out towards us. Frightened, Gary got it by the chest/neck to push it back. Gary did not realize right away that the zombie was not a dummy, but a real guy. Encouraged by the unexpected push, the zombie, in full character, was on the hunt for us. Now he was really coming for us! I had to push my way past Jim. Jim picked me up and turned me around, right in front of the zombie's feet. I lost it! That was definitely a true haunted house, full of fright. After the fun of the Haunted House, I rode back again, in the truck of their car, ending the night of fun with the same excitement, that it had started.
We made some great memories. I will always love you, Janey. Your little sister, Teena ♥
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Morena Valdivieso lit a candle
Saturday, May 7, 2022
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I wasn’t fortunate enough to spend much time with you. For that I am sorry. I am thankful I’ve gotten to know your daughters, Shelley and Lisa. Through them I sensed your generous and kind spirit and your love of desserts (of which I can definitely relate). Through pictures I learned of your great flair for fashion and love of shoes. You had impeccable style. All this speaks volumes about the unique woman you were and sweet soul that will live on forever..I’m hoping to spend more time with you someday in the future. You will be greatly missed ❤️
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Stacy Tenaro lit a candle
Saturday, May 7, 2022
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Shelley Walker lit a candle
Friday, May 6, 2022
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My mom was so unique and so lovely with everything she enjoyed and did. She had many loves and many favorites:
She loved Neil Diamond, Michael Jackson's Billy Jean, Elton John's Sad Songs Say So Much and I Guess That's Why They Call it the Blues, Sheena Easton's Morning Train, The Carpenters and her favorite of all songs was Islands In the Stream by Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. My mom would stand up and dance if any of these songs came on the radio, and I remember spending the weekend at my dad's boat, back in the late 80's and my mom danced for hours listening to Michael Jackson.
Of everything that my mom loved to do, she was an incredible cook. Growing up, she made homemade meals every night of the week and Fridays were speical because she always made homemade cheeseburgers and french fries. Througout the entire time I was growing up, not a one of us ever had a reason to complain about her food, because it was always absolutely incredible. She would make homemade pizza, chocolate chip cookies, beef stroganoff, omolettes, cinnamon toast, the best lemon ice box pies. I could go on and on about the incredible meals she would make for us.
My mom's favorite foods were mushrooms, avocado, iced tea, Big Mama's, cantaloupe and coconut. My mom always had ice water with her, no matter where she went. We would oftentimes buy her new tumblers so that she could carry her water with the latest style.
My mom's favorite restaurants were Elephant Bar, Ciscos, Golden Coral, BJ's, Wood Ranch BBQ, Chili's and the Prime. We oftentimes would go to Chili's for Friday night Happy Hour, and my mom absolutely loved the appetizers and sitting in the bar for the open seating. We would go so frequently, the bar tender and waiters would know us by name, espeically my mom.
My mom's favorite TV shows were Dallas, I'll Fly Away, Dateline and 20/20. When I was little, when Dallas would come on at 9pm on a Friday night. my mom would get so excited. She would talk about the upcoming show all week. I was too young to understand what was going on, but Friday nights were always exiciting because my mom loved that show so much.
My mom's favorite movies were Steel Magnolias, Places in the Heart, Ladies in Lavendar and Tea with Mussolini. She always enjoyed light hearted, sentimental movies. My sister and I loved the same movies as well, so we were oftentimes all watching them together. My mom also loved 1979 When a Stranger Calls. Her favorite horror movie, and mine as well.
My mom's favorite color was pink. Beautiful and happy, just like her soul.
Her favorite perfumes were Joy, by Jean Patou and Georgio by Georgio of Beverly Hills. My dad would always buy her these favorite perfumes for Mohter's day and for her birthday, and she never lost enjoyment from receiving these scents, as she just adored them.
My mom's favorite treats were Almond Joy and Soft Serve Ice Creams from Costco and McDonalds. She would ask my dad, my sister or me to stop by either Costco or McDonalds every day to grab her a soft serve. We always knew she would get exicted for this treat.
My mom's best friends throughout her life were Shirley Gentry, Sonya DeVault, Vada Gaiche, Jacqie Teichner, Lynda Smith, and of course her sisters Teena, Judy, Carol and her brother Jimmy. My mom adored her Aunt Hazel.
My mom loved to throw parites with the best food that she always made herself. She loved Champagne, and every party she would throw always had the best of everything.
My mom loved shoes and Allyson Nagel's decorative eggs.
How can such a person so full of life and so much fun be gone? I just don't understand.
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Shirley Gentry posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
Proverbs 17:17 A friend loveth at all times… Gloria was the best friend a person could ever hope for. She was loving and wanted the best for all she knew. I remember when we were 13 years old, she gave me a surprise birthday party and made the cake herself. She could do just about anything she set out to do. Such a sweet person. Gloria will be greatly missed. Gary, Shelley and Lisa I am so sorry for your loss!
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Scott and Stephanie Gentry lit a candle
Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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Barbara Anne Ungewitter Carrell uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, May 1, 2022
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I think this was the last time before we moved to Lake Los Angeles that we got to see Gloria. Lincoln's first birthday party at Lemon Park in Simi Valley, CA.
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Barbara Anne Ungewitter Carrell posted a condolence
Sunday, May 1, 2022
When someone dies,
Their spirit
Lives on in us
We can't hug them
Or see them with our eyes.
But we can still feel them
In our hearts
That brings me comfort.
I hope if does for you, too...
When we love someone,
They become an indelible force
in our lives,
Even after they're gone.
We remember the way
They told a joke, wore their hair,
And walked into a room.
The littlest things will trigger memories
Of the sound of their voice, their scent,
The times we spent with them.
We recall how they dealt with
hard situations
When we are faced with the same things.
We think about them for no reason at all:
What would they say right now?
We will always wonder: are they
watching over us?
Do they know how much we miss them?
Even though we'll never see
Loved ones who've passed on
Walk through the front door again,
I hope you can find peace
With the knowledge that
You'll always have
A part of them with you.
When we love someone,
Their spirit lives forever in our hearts.
E.D. Frances
I'm so sorry for your loss
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Barbara Anne Ungewitter Carrell posted a condolence
Sunday, May 1, 2022
Amazing People
In my life, I've met some amazing
People who've forever changed me, I
don't know if they know how much
they helped me on days when I felt
discouraged, uncertain, or simply
blue. It could be their grins, their
words, their examples, or their real
kindness that pulled me through.
How much I appreciate them, I'm not
sure they will ever understand...
...but you should know,
one of those amazing
people is you.
Ashley Rice
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Barbara Anne Ungewitter Carrell posted a condolence
Sunday, May 1, 2022
To a Truly Remarkable Woman
You are a remarkable woman
Who accomplishes so much
You are a strong but soft
Strong but caring
Strong but compassionate
You give to your friends
To your family
To everyone
You are a remarkable woman
And you are loved by
So many people
Whose lives you have touched
Including mine.
Susan Polis Shutz
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Barbara Anne Ungewitter Carrell posted a condolence
Sunday, May 1, 2022
Do Not Stand at my Grave and Weep
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
Clare Harner
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Barbara Anne Ungewitter Carrell posted a condolence
Sunday, May 1, 2022
Don't remember me with sadness.
Don't remember me with tears.
Remember all the laughter,
We've shared throughout the years.
Now I am contented
That may life it was worthwhile,
Knowing that I passed along the way
I made somebody smile.
When you are walking down the street
And you've got me on your mind,
I'm walking in your footsteps
Only half a step behind.
So please don't be unhappy
Just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you
Each morning, noon, and night.
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Barbara Anne Ungewitter Carrell posted a condolence
Sunday, May 1, 2022
I can't believe you're gone. You meant so much to me. I have known you the longest of people that were my parents or like parents to me. We found each other when I was just a little girl and my mom signed me up for the Brownies. You always called me Your Little Brownie. We lost touch but Shelly found me on Facebook and we reconnected. Funny thing is I was kind of under her nose for a time at Royal when she was graduating and I was a 10th grader. Lol We got to see each other for a wonderful dinner that you made and meet my husband and daughter. Then you were able to come to my baby shower to welcome my son and his first birthday party and gave him a book you wrote and other wonderful gifts for his baby shower and a giant Mickey Mouse for his first birthday. To me you are an amazing woman. You always reminded me of Dolly Parton but way prettier. You always made me feel loved and cared for. I wish you were still here. I wanna hug you and not let go. I am adding some poems that are special. One is like my favorite poem. Love, Your Little Brownie, Barbie, Brian, Samantha Nicole, Lincoln Lawrence Carrell and pets. We love and miss you so much.
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Carol Webb posted a condolence
Thursday, April 28, 2022
It saddens my heart to know that my sister has left this world Janey you will be missed we will keep up with Gary and Lisa and Shelly and do our best to remember all the great things you brought to us love you Carol
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Becky lit a candle
Thursday, April 28, 2022
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My heart just breaks for Aunt Janey, Uncle Gary, Shelley and Lisa. So many memories with Aunt Janey and the woman who taught me so much. From Heels to Lashes to Kindness and Love. You will be missed, and family will always remain in my prayers. Your Doll, Becky
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Shelley Walker uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
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My mom lived her entire life, always thinking and doing for others. When my mom and dad were looking at homes in Kentucky, in 2005, they arrived at a property where a young boy was struggling to breathe. He was very ill and gasping for breath. Nobody knew what was ailing this boy, nor whether it might be contagious, but when my mom saw him struggling, she ran over to him, without hesitation, and without worrying about anything, other than saving him, and she began CPR. By the time the paramedics arrived, he had regained his breath. This is just one of so many examples of how my mom lived her entire life. Always giving to others. Losing someone that meant the entire world to me, and was so good of heart, I will never understand how this world works. She will be remembered every day. - Shelley
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Monday, April 25, 2022
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