Gwen was the daughter of the late Alexander “A. G.” and Martha Middleton. She was predeceased by her husband, Darrell Bridwell, and grandson, Joshua Krayenborg. Survivors include her sons Scott (Donna) Bridwell and Patrick (Joy) Bridwell; granddaughters Chelsea Bridwell, Chandler (Ian) Gadea-Guidicelli, and Emma Bridwell; her sister Virginia (Richard) Leonard; as well as her nephews, nieces, other family members, and dear friends.
After finishing her education at Jacksonville University, Gwen taught elementary school before becoming a librarian. She spent most of her thirty-plus years with the Jacksonville Public Library System as a bookmobile librarian. Gwen loved to read, fish, shop, go antiquing, and spend time with family and friends. She adored her children and grandchildren who lovingly called her “Gwennie”. All who knew Gwen delighted in knowing her. She will be sorely missed.
Graveside Funeral Services will be held, Monday, May 3rd at 11:00am at Hardage-Giddens Riverside Memorial Park and Funeral Home. 7242 Normandy Boulevard, Jacksonville, Florida 32205.