BORN

1933

DIED

2017

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Gladys Arrington Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 23, 2017.

Gladys Helen Bass Arrington, 83, of Martinsville, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, March 22, 2017. She was born in Koehler Virginia on November 16, 1933 to Lewis Vernon Bass and Margaret Hylton Bass.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Wayne Lee Arrington, son David Gleason, and granddaughter Melissa Rogers.
She is survived by her daughters Cynthia Montrief and husband Rudy, Sharon Rosenberger and husband Joseph, and Kelly Hankins and husband Bruce; son Timothy Gleason and wife Kitty; and sister June Garrett; as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.
Gladys was Baptist by faith. After earning her Associates degree, she was office manager at Ken's Carpet Shop for over 30 years. She spent her entire life caring for others. She loved reading, golf, crocheting, crafts, as well as working with ceramics.
The funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 25, 2017, at Community Funeral Services, 109 Fontaine Drive, Ridgeway, Va, 24148. Rev. William Preskitt will be officiating. Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Interment will be at Mountain View Cemetery

Arrangements are by Community Funeral Services, 109 Fontaine Drive, Ridgeway, Va, 24148

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March 27, 2017

Martha Katsifos

I remember your mom, she was so sweet. So sorry for your loss

March 25, 2017

Diane Graham

So very sorry to hear of your loss. Gladys was a special lady. My prayers are with you all.

March 24, 2017

jim mills

Gladys was a wonderful woman a true friend for 54 yrs.I loved taling to her on the phone about anything and everything.I loved Gladys she was a dear sweet friend and I am going to greatly miss Gladys Rest in Peace Gladys

March 24, 2017

harriet sirt

we are so sorry to learn of your mothers passing. sending our deepest sympathy to you at this difficult time in your life.

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March 23, 2017

Susan Martin

I was saddened to learn of Tootsie's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of her family during the days ahead.

March 23, 2017

I love you Granny!!! Shannie

March 23, 2017

Shannon Holland

I can't believe you are gone. You were my only Granny. You were the strongest person I know. I have so many memories of you. The times we spent together when I was a little girl and the times we spent together as a grown woman are some of the most precious memories I have. I will cherish them always. You loved me unconditionally. No matter what mistake I made, you would just tell me about it and give me that beautiful smile and say "now learn from your mistakes." Your famous saying was "One time, shame on you...Two times, shame on me!" You had a hand in raising me and because of you I am a stronger woman. These past few days and the next few days are gonna be the hardest. I am gonna miss you terribly. You were the backbone to our family...What are we gonna do without you!! I know you are flying high with the angels now because you were the kindest and most loving person I know!! I love you Granny...With all my heart and I'm gonna miss you so much!!! Shannie

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