Gladys Was more than the average 'Mother in law' to me, in the 42 years of knowing her she was like a second mother while I lived in California away from my own mother. 
We had a lot in common as both English and we had a similar sence of humour. Gladys laugh was infectious and she would come out with great old london phrases, like 'Theres no flies on you' 
We talked about England and when we moved back to the UK in 1998 we would talk often on the phone, usually about what was happening in the TV show 'Eastenders' which Gladys loved. 
I have too many memories to tell of my relationship with Gladys, or Nanna as the kids called her to me, but one that sticks out is the time I needed to get my California drivers licence, she was the only family member that had the courage to take me on the road's and teach me, she took me to Fullerton for the test and I pasts. She was a very calm teacher and I was always very greatful for her kind help. I will miss her dreadfully but I know we never really die, just our Souls transition on to be with their loved one's once more. 
I'm sure she is with her beloved mum and Don now walking through Rose gardens and bluebell woods.
 I can't be with you all today, but my love and thoughts are with you all.
Rest in Peace Gladys,
Love you.

Gladys visit to England 2009 to meet her great grandaughter Jessica Mae.
Also with Ryan and Sara Hunt from my second marraige who Gladys and Don welcomed with open arms. Gladys and Don were like a special Nanna and Grandpa to them both.

The infamous Free Photo session, where when I booked it I didnt realise how small the studio was.
We all squeezed in to have the family photo taken, 
this was the result! but we did laugh.

My last time with Gladys at Baggett Street, summer 2023.

June 1985 my second time meeting Gladys and the Cullen family, Baby Roseanne in Gladys arms.

Gladys and Don on their wedding day. My grandpa sure did love his "Glad".

This photo my aunt took of my grandparents at Lake Tahoe in the 90's. It hung on the wall at the home I grew up in. Lot's of years of my childhood walking past this photo, it brings back a lot of nostalgic memories for me

Gladys with my daughter Jessica, her first born great grandchild. Taken in 2009.

Nana had a great sense of humour! When she laughed she would throw her head back and cackle and often say "Oh 'aint it a game!!"

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Gladys R. Cullen

December 16, 1931 – October 13, 2026

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