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Glady Laird
September 20, 1919 - January 4, 2007

Mrs. Gladys L. Pruitt Laird was born on Saturday, September 20, 1919, daughter of the late Dolphis Lindsey and Flossie Humphrey Posey. Mrs. Laird died Thursday, January 4, 2007 at the age of 87 years, 3 Months and 15 days. Born in Jasper, Alabama, she had lived in Bay for the past five years and was formerly of Alabama. She was a homemaker and member of the Providence Baptist Church. Mrs. Laird was preceded in death by her first husband, Grover Pruitt and her second husband, Chester Laird; two great-grandchildren, Michael Lee Walker and Julie Ann Pruitt and her parents. Survivors include three daughters, Cornelia Walker of Weiner, Cleta Anschultz of Bay and Brenda Hellums of Montgomery, Ala.; six sons, Jackie L. Pruitt of Huntsville, Ala., Junior Pruitt of Ravenden, Leon Pruitt of Rockford, Il., Carl Pruitt and Jimmy Pruitt both of Trumann, and Gary Pruitt of Jonesboro; one sister, Elaine Daniels of Curry, Ala.; two brothers, Roy Posey of Jasper, Ala., and Andrew Posey of Florence, Ala.; 20 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Funeral service will be Monday, January 8th at 10:00 a.m. at the Providence Baptist Church in Trumann, with Rev. Bobby Brooks officiating. Burial will follow in the Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery in Jonesboro, Arkansas under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann. Pallbearers will be Mark E. Pruitt, Darrell D. Kirby, Shaun M. Kirby, Kenny Allen Pruitt, Rickey Allen Pruitt and James Dale Pruitt. Honorary pallbearer will be Steven Jaco, Bryan Matthew Pruitt, Michael Pruitt and Mark Tribble. Visitation will be Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. Online guest book at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. Joe and Susan Kelley, Southaven, Mississippi says

    After meeting your family at the funeral home this week, I know that Jesus is already fulfilling His promise in Matthew 5:4 to comfort you as you grieve over Mrs. Gladys. But, please don't forget that Mrs. Gladys is not dead, only changed. She has a new address, having moved into her heavenly home! She would want each of you to find comfort in Jesus, her Savior and Hope. What a special lady! What a special family! The Kelleys

  2. Loretta (Pruitt) Rohner, Jonesboro, AR says

    Our sympathies go out to the entire family. Linda, Carolyn, Gene, and I were all so sorry we were unable to attend the visitation or funeral. We know how difficult losing a parent can be and our thoughts are with you.Take comfort in knowing she is not suffering and she is happy in her new home.

  3. Anita Scarborough, Southaven, MS says

    I regret I never had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Laird, but have enjoyed the very great pleasure of having her granddaughter, Judy, as a friend. Mrs. Laird's passing I know has left a large empty space in your family. But, my prayer is that God fills that with His Peace, Comfort and Grace.What a sweet testiment to her life that she left such an indelible mark on each of yours. May God Bless & Comfort You in your time of loss.Anita Scarborough

  4. Maxine Pruitt, Bay, AR says

    Cleta, Angela, Darrell, Shaun & family, Just wanted to relay my deepest sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything just let me know.God bless.

  5. allen and tami hamilton, Bay says

    Ms. Cleta and Darrell and familyWe are so sorry about your loss. Your family will be in our prayers during this difficult time.Allen, Tami, Wade and Luke

  6. Kelly & Lorgene Gilbert, Southaven, MS says

    We love you and are thinking of you during this tender time. Please know that you're in our thoughts and prayers.

  7. Greg and Sonja Herron, Southaven, Ms says

    My sincere sympathies. We are praying for your family during this difficult time. May God send his peace to each and every one of you.Greg and Sonja Herron

  8. Chris & Beverly Fryar, Southaven, MS says

    Our deepest sympathy for the family. We pray for peace that surpasses all understanding. We have been praying for your family with Judy in our church small group.

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