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Gladys A. Buckler, 90, of La Plata, MD passed peacefully at The Charleston in Waldorf, MD on June 6, 2017.
Born on December 16, 1926 in Belton Alton, MD to the late Thomas A. Garner and the late Rosebelle A. Inscoe Garner. Gladys is one of 18 children and preceded in death by her brothers - Bernard, Russell, Wilson, Thomas Jr, Raymond, and George; sisters - Naomi, Georgetta, Ruth, Marian, Lillian, and Barbara.
Gladys is survived by five sisters - Irene Edwards, Betty Dull, Margaret Wedding, Rose Wedding and Ethel Manley.
Gladys is survived and beloved mother of Jacqueline Holson, son-in-law Joseph Holson Jr., Jean Carol Downey, Patti Windsor, son-in-law Bart Windsor. Beloved grandmother to grandchildren - Crystal McMullen, husband Rob McMullen, Staci Taglisferi, husband Joseph Taglisferi, Megan Sansbury, Patrick Downey, Matthew Downey, wife April Downey, Jordan Windsor and Reed Windsor. Beloved great grandmother to great grandchildren - Ryan McMullen, CJ Hoover, husband Ray Hoover, Riley McMullen, Rowdy McMullen, Broderick Draheim, Cole Sansbury and Hunter Sansbury.
Gladys and her 17 siblings grew up on a farm in Bel Alton. She lived with her family in Rich Hill in 1916 for a few years and again on December 8, 1944 -1954. Most historians believe this house was lived in by Colonel Samuel Cox, a prominent figure in Charles County history, and John Wilkes Booth hid in the attic after shooting President Lincoln.
Shortly after graduating from the local high school, Gladys moved to Washington DC where she worked for Blue Cross/Blue Shield for 30 years. She married the late James Louis Buckler and moved to Oxon Hill before settling in La Plata 7 years ago and relished life at The Maples where she had many friends. Gladys loved her daughters and grandchildren, enjoyed helping people, gardening and reading. Gladys was a very generous person and was always looking out for someone. She also enjoyed music and dancing, she danced on top of a table in her stocking feet to celebrate her birthday at age 80 years young.
Family and friends are welcomed for a visitation on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 from 4:00pm - 8:00pm at the Huntt Funeral Home, 3035 Old Washington Road in Waldorf.
A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, June 15, 2017 at 11:00am at St. Joseph of Pomfret, 4590 St. Josephs Way in Pomfret, MD. Interment will be private.
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June 13, 2017
From the Staff of Huntt Funeral Home, Inc., & Crematory
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
June 13, 2017
Candy Buckler
Please accept my deepest condolences for your family's loss. I have fond memories of Ms. Gladys and Uncle Louis from the many Sunday's they spent at Granny and Pop Pop's. She was a very kind person.
June 13, 2017
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Kathleen Flannagan
Gladys was a thoughtful, caring friend to many at The Maples. She was especially dear to my Mom, her neighbor there and will always be fondly remembered. Thank you, Jackie, for keeping your Mom connected to her friends at the Maples while she was there. Your dedication to her likely shows you inherited her caring nature. In loving memory of your mom, Kathy Flannagan and Anna Breitenbach
June 12, 2017
Cynthia Edwards
Patti and family, Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of your dearest Nonnie.
June 12, 2017
Paula Vilbert
Sending love and peace to you Patti and your entire family. Her memories will live on in everyone of you.
June 12, 2017
Francis Del Cid
My prayers are with her family.
June 10, 2017
Chet Hanford
Mary and I always enjoyed when she would come over to visit when she was visiting Patti and the family. She was such a wonderful lady and she will be missed by us all. My prayers are with you all. May you find comfort knowing that she is in God's loving arms. Chet Hanford and family
June 10, 2017
Oh, I wondered why I hadn't heard from her lately. She always checked on me after mom died. I will miss her. Diane Thir Butler
June 9, 2017
Chuck & Cathy Manley
Aunt Gladys was such a funny, free spirit. She was always the "life of the party." Our deepest sympathy to her kids, we will hold our happy memories close.
June 9, 2017
Patti Edgar
My thoughts and prayers are with you all o the loss of your mom. She was a hoot. I imagine she is stirring things up in heaven.
June 9, 2017
Kathy Thir
You will be missed. Love ya. Kathy Thir
June 7, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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