Clarence Edward Gladwell, age 87, of Hope Hull, Alabama passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2020. To many he was known as "Uncle Mutt." Clarence was born January 22, 1933 in Conecuh County, Alabama to Elsie (Terry) Gladwell and Gid Gladwell.
Clarence is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Helen Marlene Gladwell; daughters Pat Gladwell Bartel and Sharon (Tom) Travers; son Eddie (Wanda) Gladwell; sisters Mae Gladwell and Jeanette Soles as well as 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
Clarence was preceded in death by father Gid Gladwell and mother Elsie (Terry) Gladwell 3 brothers and 1 sister.
He was a veteran of the Korean War earning 2 bronze stars and a United Nations service medal. After returning, Clarence married his grade school sweetheart, Helen Marlene Peacock. He retired from civil service in 1988, but during his career he received numerous commendations and awards for his outstanding work ethic and job well done. He had a huge giving heart and spirit exemplified by his willing to lend a hand. Mr. Gladwell enjoyed gardening, loved woodworking and sitting in his shop with neighbors solving the world's problems. Clarence had a quick wit and was always ready with an original one liner. His greatest joy was his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. "May you rest in peace Papa, we love you with all our hearts- no more wearing a 'muzzle.'"
A celebration of life graveside service for Mr. Gladwell will be held Friday, October 23, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Forest Hills Cemetery, 9504 US-331, Montgomery, Alabama 36105.
Pallbearers will be Clint Bartel, Edward Gladwell Jr., Paul Travers, Matthew Travers, Paul Arnold, Tony Martin with honorary pallbearers Mike Doty, Tom Travers and Greg Webster.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that friends "pay it forward in kindness and love."
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Leak-MC.com for the Gladwell family.
