Theresa, I am so, so sorry to just learn of Gladys' passing. I didn't know that she had passed until the Alzheimer's Association shared a tribute in her memory at the 17th Annual Pythias A. and Virginia I. Jones African American Community Forum on Memory Loss' first session. Gladys has been a stable presence and committed participant and supporter of our Forum for many, many years. When I learned that she was ill I sent her a card with a note. I had no idea that I would not see her beautiful smile again. Your family has our deepest and sincerest condolences. Gladys was such a faithful, beautiful and dedicated champion for caregivers. She will be truly missed."Beneath the touch of a helping hand, we can feel God's strong grasp. If we hold on we are no longer alone." Gladys let God order her steps and she was a good and faithful servant. She helped so many who had felt alone before meeting her.
With sympathy,
Ernestine Jones Jolivet and The Entire Jones Family

Sis. Powell was a wonderful friend, who touched so many lives. She will be greatly missed by her Wayland Family.

To the Holcombe and Powell Families. You have my Deepest Sympathy! May God bless and keep you all in His care.
Your cousin, Sheila Cobb Ford, Anderson, SC.

Gladys May your soul rest in peace and rise in glory.
My condolences to your family during this time of bereavement. May God grant you peace that surpasses all understanding.
Gladys you were my Mary Kay sister, a dear friend and " mama" to me. I will certainly miss you. Until we meet again in glory...

Such a treasure and a blessing to have known. She was an exceptional educator, who influenced the lives of so many children.
One whom you will never forget. Rest in peace!!

A beautiful person. Soar in heaven Queen

Mrs. Powell always holds a special place in my heart as well as my family. Mrs. Powell was my Pre-K teacher and has taught myself and many others in my family. I had the pleasure of being able to have a relationship with Mrs. Powell eve after my time after James Mosher Elementary and she has been one of the most kindest, family-oriented, and loving people that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and she has been such a blessing to be apart of our lives. To the family, be encouraged. Mrs. Powell knew and loved the Lord whole-heartedly and she is in the best care of our Heavenly Father. I pray that you find peace, comfort, and joy in knowing that while she has spent her life here on this Earth that she has lived a wonderful life and has been a blessing to myself and so many others.

To one of the sweetest souls we have ever met. We truly enjoyed seeing her at St John Missionary Baptist Church in Clarksville, TN when she would come and visit her daughter Bonita and husband Will. Such a beautiful spirit who will truly be missed. Praying for the entire family during this time.

Mrs.Powell was a kind and patient soul. Who taught both of my children and touched their lives in a beautiful way. Thank you for being apart of our lives.
Rest on sweet angel❤

Mrs. Gladys Powell was a beautiful, kind person and she will be missed by many and we know that She fought the good fight and she kept the faith until God called her home. Our condolences to her family, especially her daughter, Theresa. Let us all look forward to seeing her again in heaven where the wicked will cease from troubling and we will all be at rest. From Florine Robinson-Amin

You were one of the sweetest, nicest classiest phenomenal women I have known in my lifetime. A privilege to have had you teach all of my children and befriend my family.. I thank you for your continuous support , encouragement and presence in my and my children's lives over the years. You will be surely and deeply missed, but not forgotten. Rest in peace and power, Mrs. Powell.