Gwendolyn Reeves Loney Obituary in Nashville at Terrell Broady Funeral Home

Obituary For Gwendolyn Reeves Loney

Gwendolyn Reeves Loney Nashville, TN Gwendolyn Charity Reeves Loney was born August 24, 1939 in Clarksville, TN. She was the second child of the late Willie and Nettie Buck Reeves. Her brother, Emmitt Reeves, preceded her in death. She was educated in the public school of Clarksville and earned a BS degree from Tennessee State University. She was a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.Her marriage to William Loney produced 3 children: Valerie Anne Cook, Karen Loney, and Carlton Loney. Her family was her pride and joy. She considered herself blessed with having a loving husband and wonderful children and family. She was devoted to them and loved them unconditionally. She professed belief in God at an early age, and became a member of St. Peter A.M.E. church in Clarksville, and later Lee Chapel A.M.E. church, and Pathway Christian Center in Nashville where she supported and faithfully served until her passing.She is survived by her husband of 56 years, William; 3 children; Valerie Cook(Toney), Karen Loney, and Carlton Loney(Marthette); grandchildren Kendra, Dominique, William, and Erika; great granddaughter Layla; sisters in-law Arthuree Ricks, Jean Weathers, Agnita Witherspoon, Minnie Rouse; brothers-in-law Ira Witherspoon, John, Howard, Marion, and Gregory Loney; cousins Delores Skelton, Jim Milam, Jake Milam, Yolanda Williams; dear friends Mary Tisdale, Elise Milam, Mrs. E. B. Couch, and Juanita Ballard; and a host of family and friends. Visitation Friday March 3, 2017, 11-11:30 with funeral to follow at Bellshire UM Church 1201 Westchester Dr. Nashville, Tn. 37207 She believed in living by the 'Golden Rule' and will be greatly missed by all. In lieu of flowers, please make donations 'In loving memory of Gwendolyn Loney' to the American Cancer Society , 2000 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville TN 37203 Terrell Broady Funeral Home, 615-244-4755

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It is very difficult to cope with the death of those we love so dearly. Jehovah God promised that we can have the opportunity to welcome back those asleep from death Yes, the resurrection is a guarantee that the welcoming back of those we love from death to life on a paradise earth will soon be. (John 5:28 & 29; acts 24:15 and Psalm 37:29)

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To the Loney Family We are greatly sadden to hear about the recent passing of Gwendolyn R. Loney. On behind of my family, I would like to take this time to express our personal condolences to the entire family. We understand the hardship that death brings to all families. Really we share your pain in that we are all a part of God's earthly family. So when you grieve, we will all grieve together. The days are just ahead when we will also rejoiced together. Why will this rejoicing take place? Because of this wonderful promise that God makes known to people everywhere. Here is the promise that will have future blessings to Gwendolyn Loney, and millions of others who have died. From the scriptures God tells us that He would soon use His great powers to restore life back to those who have died. (John 5:28-29) FRom this one promise, God is giving us His personal guarantee that Gwendolyn will be reunited back with her many family members and friends. Can you envision what a joyful time period this will prove to be, as the whole earth becomes filled with the sound of joy and laughter. The earth will become a global paradise. There will be no sickness or death that will threaten the lives of anyone on earth. During this time those who have any ailments will recover from them. Why even old age will be reverses. ( Job 33:25) Yes God truly cares for everyone of us. On this day we understand your sadness. You have lost someone special to you. However the scriptures reveals a wonderful hope that our departed love ones will be involved in; living again. I know that Gwen had knowledge of the scriptures. Now she herself will be able to be a recipient of this loving blessing from God. Yes the resurrection will take place. We have God's personal promise. God does not lie.(Titus 1:2)

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