Gwendolyn Carrol Richards

Send Flowers

Visitation Schedule
Pathway Church of God
4541 E. Street
Blytheville, AR  72315
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Service Schedule
Church
Pathway Church of God
4541 E. Street/Hwy 18
Blytheville, AR  72315
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
10:00 AM
Gwendolyn Carrol Richards

of Osceola, AR

March 29, 1951 - May 29, 2010

Gwendolyn Carrol Richards, 59, of Osceola, stepped into Heaven, Saturday, May 29, 2010, from the University of Arkansas Medical Science Hospital in Little Rock, AR. Cause of early departure was lymphoma cancer and related complications. She was born in Blytheville, AR March 29, 1951 to Betty Duncan and the late Charles Duncan along with her twin brother, Gayle Wayne Duncan, of Little Rock, AR. Gwendolyn was a lifelong Christian, holding affiliations with Calvary Baptist Church, First Assembly of God, and Church of God in Osceola, and a current member of Pathway Church of God in Blytheville, AR where she enjoyed playing her clarinet, teaching Sunday School and attending regular prayer meetings. Gwendolyn was employed at South Mississippi County School District where she was an Elementary School Teacher for 3 years after being a faithful mother and wife as a homemaker for 29 years, preceded by 7 years of teaching kindergarten in Luxora, AR. Gwendolyn leaves behind her beloved husband of 34 years, Gilbert W. Richards of Osceola; Five daughters, Marlo, Crystal, Laura, Lisa, and Katherine Richards of Jonesboro, AR; her mother, Betty Duncan of Osceola; a sister, Rebekah Roberson (and Randy and Marissa) of Gosnell; Three brothers, Charles Duncan (and Roseanne) of Osceola; Phillip Duncan (and Cheri), and Wayne Duncan (and Ma Rita) of Little Rock; and son-in-law to be, Chad Sturkie of Paragould, AR.

Sign Guestbook

33 Condolence(s)
Martin Jones
Arkadelphia, AR
Liked
Wednesday, September 21, 2011

I send my love and prayers to the family. Many years have past since our childhood days, but I have so many fond memories of Gwen and her entire family. I pray for God's comfort and peace to be given to all of you now and in the days ahead. God bless you!

Crystal Sharp
Dell, AR
Liked
Sunday, June 13, 2010

I was so sorry to hear about Mrs. Richard's passing. I went to school wth Marlo and only met her mother a couple times but she really seemed like a friendly wonderful person. My heart and prayers go out to u and your family.

allyson west
osceola, AR
Liked
Monday, June 7, 2010

I just wanted you to know our family is so so very sorry for your loss. We just lost my mother in jan, and it is a terrible experience to go through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jane Frank Carlson
Tulsa, OK
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Our prayers are with you as you grieve the death of Gwen. I was a child-hood friend of Gwen;s in Blytheville. My dad, Reverend A.J. Frank, Jr., pastored First Assembly there where the Duncans were members. We were in the same Sunday School class, and attended VBS together. I was friends with her brothers as well. I'll be keeping you in our prayers. God's blessings on you as you must be so very proud of your wife, daughter, sister, mother and friend. Fondly, Jane

Leola Atchison
Paragould, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Dear Laura,
I was so sorry to hear that your mother lost her fight with cancer. I am reminded of the Apostle Paul's words, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course." Only it seems that she was cut short of so many good years on this earth.
I know that your family is strong in their Christian faith. Just remember "Footprints." Now is the time for Him to carry all of you--especially your dad, then you five girls. I am so sorry that I cannot be there in person. I will be remembering you all in thoughts and in prayers.

Margaret Pennington & Debbie (Pennington) Ladd
Brunswick, ME
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

To Gwen's family, we send our love and sympathy.
It's a wonderful blessing to hear of Gwen's faithfulness to the Lord and of her many accomplishments in life.
May the Lord Jesus Christ, be your comfort & strength.

Gayle Thrasher
Beebe, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

I was so sad to hear about Gwen passing she was a very sweet young lady . I knew her from Osceola Church of God .She will be missed by so many .My prayers to her children and husband. The Berlon Thrasher Family

Kelly Pitcher
Paragould, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

I am sorry for the loss of your mother; I could tell from the conversations we had that you two were very close. My family and I will be praying for you.

Ray Stricker
,
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. May God comfort you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Vera Leath
Jonesboro, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Marlo,

I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Shey Williams
Caraway, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Girls, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. You all were her pride and joy. She will live on through you. Please know that I am praying for you and your dad during this difficult time.

Nancy Mangrum
,
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Laura:
I was so surprised to hear of the loss of your mother. I reallize that this will be a very difficult time for you. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that you will continue to keep the faith and trust in God and he WILL help you through this.

Nikki Wells
Jonesboro, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Laura,
I am so sorry about the loss of your mom. I know how hard these last months have been for you, and I am amazed and inspired at how you have handled everything with such courage, grace, and dignity. It is obvious that your mother taught you well. I pray that the months to come will bring you and your family peace and healing. I am only a phone call away if you ever need to talk.

Breta Dean
Paragould, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Laura and Marlo,

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother, I can't imagine what you are going through. If there is anything I can do for you, please let me know.

Breta

Mary Hester
Paragould, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Laura, Marlo, and family,
I was sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. Keep trusting and God will give you the strength to carry on.

Lea Speight
Blytheville, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Marlo and your sweet sisters,
We are so saddened at the loss of your mother. I never had the pleasure to meet her but from meeting you 5; I know she must have been great! It still touches me how you brought her picture to the shower when she couldn't be there herself. It shows the love that you all have for each other.
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers and are here to help with anything you may need before the big day!

Sandra G.Parnell Pruett
Conway, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

I am so heartbroken for the loss of Gwen. Her Mom, Betty & my Dad, Ted were twins. That always gave us
a close cousin/friend connection--especially during our college days @ ASU. We lived in the same dorm and same floor. It was great to have each other near by, We rode back home together many times. Gwen was a true Christian and always showed the postive side of any situation. She was a ray of sunshine. We will see her again in heaven. I am so sorry to lose Gwen. My fond memories will always be in my heart. With prayer and sympathy to Bubba, Marlo, Crystal, Laura, Lisa, and Katherine. Also, prayers during the difficult days ahead for Gwen's brothers, Charles, Phillip, twin Wayne, and sister, Becky and their immediate families. May God Bless all of you.

Greg richey
Paragould, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother and I will be praying for you and your family in your time of loss.

Teri Boatman-Faught
Little Rock, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

The Angels are rejoicing for a life that touched so many here on earth and is now back in her heavenly home! May God bless and Keep you all during this time and if there is anything that I can do please call on me. Steve and I were honored to meet Gwen and know that although her life her on earth was short, we know that she touched so many lives that are blessed because of her faith, her obeidence to God and love for her family. Steve and Teri Faught

Meredith
Paragould, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Laura, I feel deep sympathy for you and your family. Please take comfort in the Heavenly restoration of her health after such a arduous cancer expericence. I lost my mom from cancer when she was 45, and I can emphathize with the type of grief you and your family are experiencing. I am so sorry for you. I know you will trust in the Lord and in all your ways acknowledge him and lean not unto your own understanding--let him guide your path in this difficult time. I will remember you in prayer. Meredith Baine

Christy Howe
Paragould, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Laura,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I see now where you got your beautiful face and hair! I pray that the summer will let you heal from your loss.

Debbie Kiestler
Bono, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I know she will be missed. Laura, you and your family will be in my prayers.

Rosie Winston
Jonesboro, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

May God be with you in your time of loss. You are in my prayers. With Deepest Sympathy-----Winston

Linda Davis
Paragould, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Laura,
Danny and I just wanted you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Danny and Linda Davis

Scott A Gerrish
Paragould, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

May God Richly Bless you and your family. We are praying for you during this time of loss.

Robin Yates
,
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss...we think a lot of Laura here at GCTHS. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Pam Lyerly
,
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Laura, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Joe and Darlene Buttgen
Jonesboro, AR
Liked
Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Gilbert and Girls and all the familiy, "Only one life, so soon it shall pass, only what's done for Christ will last."
Gwen left a lasting mark on this world, in raising her daughters and touching the lives of so many. A devoted wife and Mother, she has left a lasting memorial. We will meet again in that Glad Reunion Day. God Bless, our prayers are with you all.

Shirley and James Wells
Osceola, AR
Liked
Monday, May 31, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time in your lives. Gwen was a precious soul who loved the Lord.

Natalie Meadows
Osceola, AR
Liked
Monday, May 31, 2010

Im so sadden to hear of Gwens passing. She was a the most loving and caring person to me. I went to church with her when I was yonger. She was like a second mother to me.
To Bubba, Marlo, Crystal, Laura, Lisa and katherine I"m so sorry for your loss. She will always remain in my heart. I know how much she loved the lord and I know in my heart that she is rejoicing at this very moment. Much Love

Cindy Parnell Pruett
Conway, AR
Liked
Monday, May 31, 2010

So very sorry to hear of cousin Gwen's passing. I know we shall all see her again some day. I feel sadness for her girls, whom she loved with all her heart, and her beloved husband. I will be thinking of and praying for all of you in the difficult days ahead.

With Deepest Sympathy and Love,

Sherry Delancey
Osceola, AR
Liked
Monday, May 31, 2010

May the Lord be with you in your time of loss. You are in our prayers.

Anna M. Bishop
Jonesboro, AR
Liked
Monday, May 31, 2010

My condolences to all of Gwen's family. We were very close friends in college. We had so much fun together during that time. Gwen was also a bridesmaid in my wedding and I was one in hers. I know you and I will see her again when it's our time to meet our Maker. She was truly one of the best women I ever knew. I will keep all of the family in my prayers.