Gladys was like a second mom to me over the years, I miss her smile, her sweet and smart advice to Sharon and I.   

She was a happy loving person, her whole life, and she also raised 3 wonderful children on her own, like my mom did for me and my siblings.  She was a bright light to everyone she met, and she is missed by all who knew her. 

Love Diane L. Turner

I WAS OUT OF TOWN, BUT  GLADYS WAS A SPECIAL AND SWEET  SECOND MOTHER TO ME FOR MANY YEARS.
I LOVE AND MISS HER DEEPLY.   GOD BLESS YOU IN HEAVEN
AND I KNOW YOU WATCH OVER US, AND SHARON YOUR PRECIOUS DAUGHTER.   

Gladys Patterson was like my second mother growing up. I miss you and the world is not the same without you dear one.  Thank you for the love you shared and the family of wonderful souls you left behind. We all miss you to the moon and back.

Gladys was a wonderful mother to my best friend that was like a brother.  As next door neighbors Jack and Gladys became part of our family with their three beautiful children.  She was always an example of love and joy. No one will ever know the numerous times I smile or laugh to my self about events of Gladys , they help make a wonderful childhood.  With love Tommy


I have very special memories of this lovely lady who was truly beautiful inside and out.  She always added smiles and comfort in the darkest of times.
I know her dearest possessions were Sharon, Sam and Steve.
She had great wit and taught me the value of a lampshade.
When I see a beautiful rose, I will think of you.
Rest in peace.    Hermine

My lovely mom: 

She was a small petite lady but with a tall personality. A beautiful heart with a warm smile that said, “come on in”. I adored her charm that made you dance with joy and ask for more. Her spirit and faith motivated you to sing praises too her God our God. In my eyes she was a Queen and wore her Crown Jewels in dignity her diamond smile her ruby red love her emerald kindness. Her courage was like a rock that would sustain any storm.
         Moms mission in life was to show us love, be kind and love others, to respect all people and love our God and to
demonstrate respect for all and to build character. What a gift and a blessing from God she is.  
           My memories of her is like finding treasure. It’s fun to look for because a lot of those beautiful golden moments are sometimes hidden deep inside my brain. But I will try to search for them now while my mom is at peace , no more suffering no more pain only eternal life and in the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. I miss you mom but now you’re in better hands so I will rejoice.
           Mom taught me many lessons of life and didn’t realize she was teaching them. A funny story when I was a little older there was two large grapefruit trees in the back yard. Every year the tree would yield really large grapefruit well this little lady would climb the trees and pick the fruit close to her and shake the limbs until every last grapefruit fell. And she would not let me in her trees. That taught me protection and determination.
          I will miss you mom more than anyone will understand but so will your family and friends and all that you touched. From you I Got to know my God the Father, his son The Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. 
Now you’re smiling down at us caressed in Gods arms and saying too us: I’m good,  so rejoice and be at peace and joy. I love you all.
.... we will always love you mom! 

Your biggest admirer, Sam. 

 

I only met Sharon’s mom a few times growing up when I visited her home she always had a smile on her face and I want to send my condolences to the family. Gladys was a kind woman and loving mother. Heaven’s newest angel. 

I met Gladys around 1959 when they moved into Collier Estates in Ft Lauderdale. I was about ten and was in search of new buddies. I noticed a boy about my age lived there and so I grabbed my ball glove and walked over and knocked on the door. Gladys came to the door with that sweet bright smile she always wore, and said hello what can I do for you? I stood there punching my glove and looked up at her and said do you have a kid? She chuckled said yes I do, his name is Sammy and what yours? I told her and she turned around and called out for Sammy to come out here and meet your new friend Bill. Sam and I remained the best of friends our entire life.
 
A couple years ago I was invited down to a private party held at a very nice Italian restaurant for Gladyss' 90th birthday.  As I look back, it may have been one of her most loving life moments of recollection. Towards the end of the evening Gladys tapped her glass for our attention and she proceeded to go around the room calling each of us by name and spoke something special about us. She spoke on how each of us were a wonderful part of her life and the special way we impacted it.  Mind you she was 90 yet she was in complete control of the room and she never missed a word or a name out of about twenty five of us. 

It was at that gathering Gladys reminded me of the particulars of my coming over to the house and punching my ball glove introducing myself and asking if she had a kid,  some 60 years later.  I had forgotten all about that incident until she brought that memory back into my life. It brought tears to my eyes that she recalled it so clearly.

I'll never forget what a beautiful, kind, loving person Gladys was, she was strong enough to raise three fantastic children,  all who have become wonderful kind loving people much like her and the circle of life continues.  She was a blessing in my life and I shall never forget her.  Heaven has a new angel and her name is Gladys.

Gladys was a really sweet and kind lady. We will miss her. 

Gladys was like a second mother to me for 46 yrs.  
She had a smile on her face almost all the time. 
She was a christain woman and she lived her life that way as well.
She help raise 3 children on her own, and was a great mother to them and her friends. 

God open his arms to Gladys when she passed peaceful.
She will be missed by us all who knew her.  

Love Diane Turner

Gladys was truly a person filled with a happy heart and soul. She always welcomed everyone with her beautiful smile and positivity.  We will miss her tremendously! 

I have fond memories of Sharon's Mom, Gladys, celebrating Sharon's birthday with the dance friends.  She was lovely and sweet and loved her family.  She will be missed by those who knew her and loved her.  I'm sure God welcomed you into heaven and that you are at peace now, Gladys.

I have known Mrs. Patterson since the seventh grade. I remember going to my friend, Sharon's, house and meeting her mother for the first of many times. She was such a beautiful woman with such class. She always had a very welcoming smile on her face. 

Mrs. Patterson, I know that you are resting in peace in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Love, Cheryl Nolan

Such fond memories of my dear, sweet aunt Gladys.  Love.

Mom Gladys. She was a very special lady who was loved by all and who loved every one. Gladys was always so family oriented, during the holidays my favorite dish that she made was her ambrosia salad! Every time I make it for my family it reminds me of those times. 
It’s hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember! Momma Gladys you will be truly, truly missed! I love you  Rest In Peace sweet lady ...

OBITUARY

Gladys E. Patterson

February 21, 1927 – May 20, 2020

Kraeer-Fairchild Funeral Home and Cremation Center

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