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Gwendolyn Adams Drayton

Passed 02/19/2025

Obituary For Gwendolyn Adams Drayton

Gwendolyn A. Drayton, 90, of Richmond, died February 19, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Louise Adams and husband, Clarence Drayton. Surviving are her devoted cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. Thursday, February 27, 2025 followed by the family receiving friends at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. and where an Omega Omega service for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. will be held at 6 p.m. followed by a Continental Society Inc. Memorial service. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, February 28 at Fifth Street Baptist Church, 2800 Third Ave. Rev. F. Todd Gray, eulogist. Interment Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery, Doswell, VA


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That angelic voice will be missed my cousin. Rest in peace.

Helen Freeman jONES

Mrs. Gwendolyn Adams Drayton was the epitome of a charming, elegant, gracious, beautiful Christian lady. We enjoyed wonderful friendship and sweet fellowship with the Draytons during our two decades together at Fifth Street Baptist Church. Our friendship was meaningful for the 25 years we have lived in Dallas. Clarence Drayton was the church administrator and chair of Trustees. Gwen Drayton was a faithful supporter of the music ministry at Fifth Street. The Draytons' presence was always a blessing. She has departed this life and they are together again. She will be sorely missed. We extend our love, prayers and sympathy to her family and the Fifth Street Baptist Church family.

Drs. Inez B. & Roy J. Cotton Sr.

Condolences to the family and friends of this elegant, kind and loving woman. I met Gwen many years ago, through our common membership in Continental Societies. She was a joy! May the memory of her smile bring comfort to all who knew and loved her.

Regina G Deadrick

Faith and Family - Mrs. Drayton was a lady of class, elegance, and kindness! She was loved, and will be missed! John and Connie Galloway, Lena Hill - Fourth Baptist Church family

John and Connie Galloway

Our prayers and hearts go out to the family of Gwendolyn Drayton. She will truly be missed.

Curt & Connie Simms

Cousin Gwen, was always a beautiful person inside as well as out. I alway enjoyed talking to her and Drayton would they would come to Upperville for 2nd Sunday on June for homecoming or to the Adams-Haekes family reunion. I will miss my beautiful cousins.

Angela Carter King

To the family of Mrs. Gwen Dayton, we extend our condolences and love to you. Such a beautiful soul has gone home to be with the Lord. Her lovely smile and soft voice will be greatly missed. Rest on my precious friend.

Curtis and Ruby Derricott

To the Drayton Family, The members of the Astoria Wives Club, Inc. were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Mrs. Gwendolyn A. Drayton. We extend our heartfelt condolences and wish to express our support during this difficult time. Mrs. Drayton had been a dedicated member of the Astoria Wives Club, Inc. since 1982. Her tireless efforts on behalf of our organization will be greatly missed. The members of the Astoria Wives Club, Inc. stand ready to offer their love and support. Should you require any assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Wanda S. Hunt, President Astoria Wives Club, Inc.

Wanda Hunt, President, Astoria Wives Club, Inc.

Gwendolyn Adams Drayton our cousin. Our deepest condolences to the rest of the cousins and friends.Gwen was a beautiful person inside and out. If she would be talking to you and someone else pass by she would hold your hand while she talk to them. We love Gwen but God love her best. Marion and Reid Mickens

Marion and Reid Mickens

My cousin Gwen was a Beautiful person,She always greet you with a beautiful smile,she will be truly miss

Robert Terrell

Mrs. Brenda Dabney Nichols, President Washington Park Civic Association Mrs. Gwendolyn was a wonderful neighbor and friend. As a friend, we chatted regularly, checking on one another, sharing daily and giggling just doing small talk. Both of us were music lovers, so we attended many concerts & evening baptizing services at First Baptist Church --South side. She was appointed by a founder, the late Dr. Roy West & continued to be actively involved in our association as the Program Chairman for over 10+ years presenting informative speakers and forums at our meetings & participating in the National Night Out events. Ms. Gwen was a loving lady of grace, charm, and dignity. We will all miss her so much. Our condolences, thoughts and prayers shall be with the family.

Mrs. Brenda Dabney Nichols

A beautiful soul named "Gwennie Poo" as I called her embodied kindness, grace, and an unwavering belief in the goodness of others. She always saw the best in those around her. Thank you for the love and light that you shared so freely. Rest peacefully, "Gwennie Poo". You will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Artonda Cheeseman

Gwen was a sweet person and always had a smile. It has been a pleasure knowing her and serving with her on the Washington Park Civic Association. I will truly miss our conversations about our dogs. May she rest in peace.

Carolyn Tabb

Sincere condolences to family and close friends. I worked with Ms. Drayton at BLC in Hanover Co. many years ago. She was teacher and I was a cottage manager for youth at the facility. I always had admiration for Ms. Dayton. In more recent years she and my mom went to the same hair salon. Whenever we would see each other we would always speak and have kind words to share. I will certainly miss seeing her warm smile and hearing her soft voice. May God provide support to those that were touched by her life. Sincerely, Neil

Neil Christian

To the family: My deepest condolences. I remember Gwen as a devoted and kind colleague at J. P. Barrett School for Girls. Louise Walton Virginia Beach, VA

Louise Walton

Gwendolyn Adams Draton. Our cousin. Our deepest condolences to all the cousins and friends. Gwen was a beautiful person, you never saw her angry and if anyone said something most anyone would get angry about she would smile or laugh. Also if she was talking to you and someone pass by who she knew she would hold on to you and start a conversation with the other person. She was full of love. We loved Gwen but God loved her best. Marion and Reid Mickens

Marion and Reid Mickens

Mrs. Gwendolyn "Gwen" Drayton was a member of the Washington Park community for over 50 years. She and honey-do, Clarence, built their long, brick, beautiful ranch home and settled in the neighborhood. For over 25+ years she was a member in the Washington Park Civic Association serving as the Program Chairman officer, Gift & Cheer Committee, & participating in all of our national night out activities. As a good neighbor we had wonderful phone chats, as patrons of good music, we attended concerts, along with evening baptizing & communion services at First Baptist ---S. Richmond, VA. She was a lady of dignity, charm & elegance, cheerful/giggly, kind, and caring. We will miss & never forget her, keeping alive great & loving memories shared across the years. The family has our sympathy & condolences, as we shall keep them in our prayers.

Mrs. Brenda Dabney Nichols

Gwendolyn Adams Drayton. Our cousin. Our deepest condolences to the rest of the cousins and friends of Gwen. She was a friendly person, you never saw her angry and if someone said anything that would anger the average person she would smile or even laugh. When you have a conversation with her and someone else pass by she would hold your hand while she talk to them. We love Gwen but God love her best

Marion and Reid Mickens

Ms Gwen your soft spoken humble spirit will be missed you showed me love and compassion I appreciated it rest in peace now we'll see you again some day . Theresa Ancarrow

Theresa Ancarrow

My dear Gwennie has passed, and my heart aches at the loss of someone so special. She was a light in this world—never judging, never speaking ill of anyone, always leading with kindness. Whenever I let a not-so-nice comment slip, she'd just shake her head and say, 'Oh, Allison!'—a gentle reminder to see the good in others, just as she always did. Her grace, wisdom, and warmth shaped me in ways I will forever cherish. Though she's gone, her love and lessons will always stay with me. Rest peacefully, my sweet Gwennie. You were truly one of a kind.

Allison Lawrence

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

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