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Gladys Bentley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 26, 2012.

Gladys McDonald Bentley, 100, of Louisville, passed away March 26, 2012. Her life was devoted to her home and family. She was the fourth child of the late Robert and Betty Pearl McDonald, and a 1930 graduate of Eminence High School. She was a member of Parkview United Methodist Church and Eastern Star Chapter 566. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, James N. Bentley; son, Robert William Bentley; and grandson, Blake Bentley. Survivors include her children, James Ray Bentley(May) and Linda Kay Cornwell(Wayne); 9 grandchildren, Jane, Kathy, Patricia, Robert, Ray, Jamie, Steven, Andrew, and Whitney; 11 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be 10am Friday at O.D. White & Sons Funeral Home 2727 S. Third St. with interment in Resthaven Memorial Park. Visitation will be 2-8pm Thursday. Memorial contributions can be made to Wayside Christian Mission. Please visit odwhiteandsons.com to place online condolences.

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March 29, 2012

Yvonne Cross

Linda, you have had so much joy with your mother. You have been a faithful, strong caregiver. I did not know Gladys but you, Wayne and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of grief and loss. I love you my friend. Take good care of you.

March 28, 2012

Nelda Moyers Miller

Linda: My thoughts and prayers are with you and family. I felt like I knew your Mom in recent times by hearing Stephen and you talk about her. What a blessing that he was near in her later years. Love you and look forward to seeing you next month.

March 28, 2012

Pam and Rob Mayes

Linda, wanted to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. 100 years old - how blessed you are to have been able to share life with your mom for so long! God bless you.

March 28, 2012

Sandra Mullikin

Mrs. Bentley was such a sweet lady and she leaves a tremendous legacy in her Christian family. I know she is enjoying being free of the wheelchair and rejoicing with Jesus. I really enjoyed the 100th birthday photo with Linda. I was just looking at it the day she died (before I knew what happened). She was blessed to have such an awesome family that took care of her when she needed it. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I wish I could be there in person, but a prior committment with my daughter will not allow it. Sending my love to all of you...

March 27, 2012

Dear Linda, I woke up Monday morning thinking of you and your Mother. I had plans to call you this week. God must have put you on my mind for a reason. My heart goes out to you and your family. I know you will miss her very much. I will see you Friday. Much Love, Cindy Wilhem

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