Missionary Gloria Jean Cabiness, 75, of Golden Gate Drive, Greensboro, NC departed from this life Friday, June 9, 2023, at Moses Cone Hospital. She was born May 4, 1948, to the late George E. Dodson and Amanda Dillard Dodson. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Scott Cabiness and two sisters, Elizabeth Inez Stockton, and Buena Maxine Dodson.
Gloria was a graduate of Langston High School, and after graduation she went on to attend the National Business College. She worked as a private duty nurse until her retirement. She was a faithful member of Shiloh Way of The Cross Church where she was a missionary, participated in the choir, and was a Christian Sunday school student.
Those left behind to cherish her memory include her two sons, Kirkwood (Sandra) Cabiness of Greensboro, and Earl Scott Cabiness, Jr. of Martinsville, VA; one sister, Amanda Cabiness of Ridgeway, VA; three brothers, Melvin C. Dodson of Martinsville, VA, George E. Dodson, and Larry D. Dodson both of Axton, VA; nine grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
There will be a family visitation Friday, June 16th 2023, at 12 noon until the time of her funeral service at 12:30 p.m. at Shiloh Way of The Cross Church of Christ, Martinsville, VA. Bishop Earley Dillard and Travell Travis are in charge of the service. The burial will follow at Carver Memorial Gardens, Martinsville, VA. A public viewing will be held, Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Hairston Funeral Home, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.
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My prayers and condolences are with you during this time of bereavement
Sorry for your loss, prayers go out to the family.
Prayers for the family. Let the love of JESUS comfort you. Keep your wonderful memories of miss. Gloria in your ❤️ heart.She lived a life of hope in seeing our the Lord Jesus. My condolences. Betty H
I am sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you strength and comfort today and the days ahead. Gladys King
Condolenes to the family. May the memories of your loved one sustain you and give you peace. harry and Emma Holland
So sorry for the loss of your sister my condolences to you and your family.
I'm so sorry for the loss of Ms G. Always loved her she was a great person. Darnell an lil Earl keep your head up she's in a better place now an we no she loved the Lord . She's gonna be missed a lot . Prayers for all of you. Love Rhonda Dudley
To the Family: We were saddened to hear of the passing of Gloria. She was a loving and kind person and touched many hearts through her lie journey. She was a wonderful caretaker for our mother and a special friend to our family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the Love, Comfort and Peace of our Heavenly Father be with you all at this difficult time and through-out the coming days. Love and continued Blessings to you. Ramona, Ronald, Ramon, and Roy Hairston
Darnell sorry for the loss of your mother. Sending my sincere condolences to you and your family. May the presence of God and the presence of peace be felt today and the days ahead.
To Darnell, Earl, Brenda Ann and the entire family. I am so heartbroken to hear about Sister Gloria's transitioning to her heavenly home. But as Psalms 116:15 says "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of the saints." I'm surely going to miss her. I will be praying for you all now and in the days ahead. Rest in Jesus Gloria because you are now safe in his arms. Portia F. Witcher (Pixie)
My sincere condolences to Amanda and the entire family during this difficult time of grief 🙏🏽
Praying for you Sheldon and Colvin Stockton
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort now and for the days ahead .
Praying for the family Mr.& Mrs. Colvin ( Sheldon ) Stockton
We are so sorry to the hear news about Sister Gloria, One thing we can say about her, is that she LOVED JESUS. I'm sure she's happy now. Praying for you family, Today, Tomorrow and in days ahead
Deepest Condolences Deacon Standley and Priscilla Hairston
The Mitchell Family
Darnell, we are so sorry for the loss of your dear mother. Gloria, was well known for her many kind deeds that she administered to so many people in this community. My brother often spoke of the pleasure they had in working both day and night laboring and caring for the sick at the hospital. She will indeed be missed and often mentioned concerning her many deeds of helping people in this community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Keep the grand hope of life abundantly in your hearts and minds as we remember the tragic loss of your dear mother in mind. Peace and tranquility embrace your memories of our dear sister Gloria.
The Mitchell's
Sorry for your loss. I'm praying for strength and will give the family comfort 🙏🙏
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