Deacon Gloria Hodge Hylton

To the family/friends of Gloria Hodgd Hylton: We thank you for accepting our sincere condolences on the loss/heavenly departure of Gloria. We knew her, admired her beauty from the time of younger days, going forward. Her coiffed hair of a perfect French Roll was a work of art. Our Mom, Liiie E.Penn was one of her good friends/fellow Sisters-in-Christ of FSCC! Godspeed 24/7! The Penn Family Members...

Mrs. Hylton was my favorite teacher of all time! When I went into the ministry, she would often follow me as I ministered during revivals, etc. She was instrumental in shaping my vocabulary and pushing me to where I am today. She will be dearly missed. Our deepest and most sincere condolences to the family. Pastor & Mrs. Mandell Motley

The woman that taught me to be proud of my height. You will be missed. Love you Leah Jean

Sharing in the transition of a true friend, Gloria Hodge -Hylton. Gloria and I became friends in a strange way. We were at Fayette Street Christian Street during a meeting for the AHH School Class Reunion. Gloria was dominating the meeting, and I told her to "SHUT UP". Mouths flew open and there was silence. I gained her respect and we talked every day on the phone. She and Vallie did so many nice things for me when I had death in the family and brought Cabbage and Pancake Mix to me whenever they went on the BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY. She shared her health issues with me when she received the news. That let me know that she truly cared about me. Vallie, Andrea and other family members, Cherish the memories and share them. Marguerite and Tim

To the Hylton Family: Thank you for sharing Mrs. Hylton with this community. She was a blessing. Mrs. Hylton was a woman of intelligence, integrity, and influence. She was proud of her race, gender, and people. When Mrs. Hylton made a commitment, it was her bond and she kept it. In her, the young, old, and in between had a role model. I was so proud to have her as a supporter. No matter when or where I saw her, Mrs. Hylton encouraged me to do the right thing no matter who challenged me. She was a friend and I was thankful for her. Joan Ziglar.

To the Hylton Family: Thank you for sharing Mrs. Hylton with this community. She was a blessing. Mrs. Hylton was a woman of intelligence, integrity, and influence. She was proud of her race, gender, and people. When Mrs. Hylton made a commitment, it was her bond and she kept it. In her, the young, old, and in between had a role model. I was so proud to have her as a supporter. No matter when or where I saw her, Mrs. Hylton encouraged me to do the right thing no matter who challenged me. She was a friend and I was thankful for her. Joan Ziglar.

Hylton, as I called her, will always be known as, "one of a kind!" Her beauty shined wherever she went and her starch voice always made you feel you were in good hands! Her presence will be missed but knowing she is present with the Lord eases the hurt. She was a jewel! Love, David Wade

Marie Baldwin HHairston tribute. .

Her memory will live on through her participation in a short film - Once upon a Village. It was shown at the New College concerning history of Martinsville. What Black lives were like during doing the era of Doctor Dana O. BALDWIN.

Such a sweet and kind lady. My sympathy and condolences to the family. Never will forget her kindness to me. Betty H.

Mrs. Hylton was my sixth grade social studies teacher at Albert Harris. I remember her as a kind woman with a good sense of humor. I recall her giving us what in retrospect was a unique and very impactful assignment. Each student was assigned a country to research and share a report with the class about various aspects of the culture, and she invited us to prepare a food native to our assigned country to share with the class if we so chose. I was assigned East Germany and elected to cook kielbasa sautéed in a tangy sauce for the class to sample. Most of the students had never heard of kielbasa but liked the dish I brought. Even Mrs. Hylton thought it was good. Seeing this through an adult perspective, I give her tremendous credit for being brave and selfless enough to be willing to try foreign foods prepared by sixth graders for the sake of expanding their horizons. That was my first experience with intentionally seeking out food from another culture. In the years since I've taken great joy in trying new cuisines and I credit her with first encouraging me to seek those experiences. I'm grateful to have had Mrs. Hylton as a teacher. I offer my deepest condolences to her family and friends.

Laura Bowles

Gloria (Sis) was an amazing person who led a full and wonderful life. She will be missed by those who knew her, and I feel extremely fortunate to be a part of her family. Vallie and Andrea, love to you both, and I hope the memory of Gloria will bring you comfort and peace.

I was in Mrs. Hylton's sixth grade class. She was one of my favorite teachers. She had patience and made learning fun. I really enjoyed being in her class.

It was so Sad to here of my sweet lady Gloria Hylton passing it turley broke my hear and tears ran down my face lord she will be missed and she will always be in my heart to Vaillie and Andrea i send my love out to uoi both im sure gonna miss her andcour talks rest in peace with jesus

God we thank you for allowing Mrs. Gloria Hylton to shine her light in our neighborhood for so many wonderful years. Hallelujah!

Vallie and Andrea it's so hard to say goodbye to Gloria. She was a beautiful friend and always so professional. During the years of working on Albert Harris Reunions there was so much fun and joy.I will forever cherish her memories. We love your family! Willie Mae and Peter Harris

The AHHS Alumni BOD offer our deepest condolences to Vallie, Andrea and all of the loving family members. Gloria's dedication to all that she was devoted was done with efficiency and a resolve of success. The AHHS family experience her faithful service as an incredible friend and advisor. RIP, Gloria, as God insures your memory to go beyond His service Jackie Matthews Bolden AHHS BOD

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.