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Glenda Kaye Howard Gillette
November 8, 1947 - April 2, 2017

Glenda Kaye Gillette of Trumann passed away, Sunday April 2, 2017 at Baptist Memorial Hospital East in Memphis, Tennessee among a host of loving and caring friends, family and loved ones, at the age of 69 years, 4 months and 25 days. Glenda was born Saturday, November 8, 1947 in Piggott, Arkansas to Ed and Eunice Howard. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Judy Smart. Glenda graduated from Arkansas State University in 1969 with a degree in sociology. She was employed by the Department of Human services as a Case Worker until her retirement in 2002. She loved retirement and enjoyed spending time as a home maker. She was a member and attended Maple Grove Baptist Church in Trumann. She loved being a member of the ladies Sunday School class there at Maple grove. Glenda

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Funeral Service

April 5, 2017
01:30 AM

Thompson Funeral Home
220 Viva Drive
Trumann, Arkansas 72472

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  1. Wayne & Cheri Vaupel, Williamston, MI says
    April 5, 2017

    Derek and Holly,We are so sorry for your loss and pain! Your Mother did a wonderful job raising such a fine young man!Love,Wayne & Cheri

  2. Roger & Carol Haynes, Bono, AR says
    April 5, 2017

    Rick, Carol and I am so sorry for your loss. We were out of town during the service, or we would have been there. You are in our prayers.

  3. Mark Wade, Jonesboro says
    April 5, 2017

    Brad so sorry to hear about your mom, prayers Mark

  4. David Barnette, El Dorado - Junction City says
    April 5, 2017

    Most gracious Heavenly Father, please provide comfort and strength to those left among us who mourn the earthly loss of those now with you. Amen.

  5. Wayne and Hester Hogan, Trumann, Ark. 72472 says
    April 5, 2017

    Rick and family, Wayne and I are so very sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine how you feel but I now it must be most gut renching. I so enjoyed getting to know you and Glenda when we went to church with yall at Maple Grove and of course you at the bank. Please know we are praying for you especially and your family as you move from this day forward. God Bless you and the family during this most awful time in your lives. In Christ Love, Wayne and Hester Hogan. Trumann, Arkansas.

  6. Rick McKenzie , says
    April 4, 2017

  7. Todd Vaupel, Jonesboro, AR says
    April 4, 2017

    Ricky, Derek and Brad,I'm so sorry for your loss. I know Glenda was a wonderful wife and mother. I always loved visiting with her...and that was usually at a Red Wolves event...I remember that she was always kind and happy. I will be out of town on Wednesday, but will be thinking of you all. You have my deepest sympathies and will be in my prayers as she is laid to rest. Todd Vaupel

  8. John B. Mayes, Attorney at Law, Blytheville, Arkansas says
    April 4, 2017

    Rick, I was so sorry to hear about Glenda. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  9. Candy Edwards, Rogers, Arkansas says
    April 4, 2017

    I was so sorry to hear about Glenda. I worked with her for many years at DHS and spent many lunch breaks visiting with her in our break room. We did a lot of complaining in there! My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

  10. Kathy Cassidy, Lewisville texas says
    April 4, 2017

    Deepest sympathy to your family . May God bless your family at this time of great sadness. Prayers to all.

  11. robert and daphne ealey, trumann says
    April 4, 2017

    sir we are sorry for your loss, prayers sent your way to you and your kids God Bless

  12. Pam scott burgess, Holcomb, mo says
    April 4, 2017

    Prayers for the family and friends! Jack and pam scott burgess! She was always my favorite!

  13. Ronnie and Shelia Grimes, Trumann, AR says
    April 4, 2017

    Rick and Family,We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We will keep y'all in our prayers.Ronnie and Shelia Grimes

  14. Vickie Skaggs, Manila, AR says
    April 4, 2017

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family....May God bless you all.

  15. Terri Bowling, Blytheville says
    April 4, 2017

    Rick & Family,We are so sadden for your loss of Glenda. My mom, Eva, and my sister, Cheryl, knew her through their DHS employee connections. And I was blessed to know her through their association as well as though you. She will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to know her. God bless and comfort you. Terri, Cheryl and Eva Bowling

  16. Sherry LaPiro, Trumann, AR says
    April 4, 2017

    So sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family.

  17. Patti Johnson, Jonesboro AR says
    April 4, 2017

    I send my deepest sympathy to you all...I am honored to have known Glenda for many years & will miss her terribly

  18. Reba Vuncannon, Trumann Arkansas says
    April 4, 2017

    I'm sorry for your loss and deepest sympathy for you and your family.

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