of Little Rock,
September 9, 1922 - May 23, 2012
Gladys Mullins Briscoe, 89, of Little Rock, passed to her Lord on May 23, 2012. Gladys was a bird whisperer, flower enthusiast, family scrap booker, community activist, loved politics and travel, and a passionate mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Gladys loved people! She smiled big to bring joy to others. When picking her up for an appointment, an extra 30 minutes was required while she worked the room on her way out the door. She dressed impeccably and wouldn't go out without her makeup, including green or blue eye shadow, even to the ER!
Dining table buddies are everything at a retirement center. Friends Jackie Wage at Good Shepherd and Virginia Miller at Emeritus Chenal Heights kept her engaged. Few people are happy with the food either, but Doran Dungey had a gift for listening and trying.
Gladys was married to Joseph Wallis Briscoe, Jr. (now 92) for 29 years. After they divorced, they continued to attend family functions together out of respect for their 5 children. They are Joe Briscoe, III (Lucy Rhodes); Mary Ann Campbell (Guy); Virginia Tustison (Jody); David Briscoe (Debbie); and Mark Briscoe (Gail.) Those who called her Nana are John Campbell (Jennifer); Bethany Lokken (Spencer); Sandra Kaye Courtois (Jon Lawrence); Alecia Briscoe; Greg Campbell (Cheryl); Mario Arbelaez (Lucero); Liz Johnson (Lanny); and Becky James (Jason.) Her Great-grandchildren include Ashley and Abigail Courtois; Walker Campbell and Whitney Ziegenhorn; Geoffrey (Amanda) and Whitney Campbell; Sebastian and Catalina Arbelaez; Brandon Tidwell and Nick James.
Special thanks to Dr. Susan Beland, Dr. Jeanne Wei, and the outstanding teams of doctors, nurses, and CNAs at UAMS for giving our mother nine lives. Hospice Home Care on Bowman eased her passing following her stroke.
Visitation will be held Saturday morning, May 26, 2012 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. with her service immediately following at 11:00 a.m. at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home Chapel,(501)224-8300, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211.
Mabelvale was her chosen community in which to live and rear her 5 children. She loved the people, the schools, and her church. Memorials may be made to Mabelvale Methodist Church, 10500 Woodman St., Mabelvale, AR 72103.
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19 Condolence(s)
Debbi Pride Reed
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
I was so sorry to see about your mother's death. I always enjoyed visiting with her when I was at Chenal Heights with mother(Doris.) She always had a smile and greeting and interesting conversation. You have been in my thoughts and prayers.
Regina and Jerry Dean
Monday, June 4, 2012
Mary Ann, I so regret being so far out of the LR loop now that I've only now learned of your mother's recent passing. Reading others' praise for her makes me wish I'd known her! It's now plain to me where you and others in your family derive your flair, panache and elan vital! I know she has left fond memories for you all. Just wanted you to know from afar that you and yours will be in our thoughts. We share in your loss, and we know your mourning will be brief, but your fond memories of her warmth will last forever! Your friend and former student. Jerry
Tommy Armstrong
Monday, May 28, 2012
Mary Ann,
I am so sorry to hear about Miss Gladys.
My mom is Margaret Armstrong who lived across the hall from your Mother and was also lucky to have shared a seat at her dinner table. Your Mother's big smile and welcoming attitude was so appreciated on that first day when my Mom moved into Chenal Heights.
When visiting my Mom, I would sit at the dinner table with them being royally entertained with Miss Gladys' stories of her children, (she was so proud of all of you) family, friends and travels. She always had a big smile for me and I am so thankful to have had the honor of knowing MIss Gladys! God Bless You and your family in this time and always.
Tommy Armstrong
Cartersville, GA
Ruby Evans
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Dear David, We just came back from out of town & read the paper. Charles & I are so sorry to hear of your loss.Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love Ruby UALR Bookstore Ret.
Pat Rotenberry Mayfield
Saturday, May 26, 2012
To Mary Ann and all of the family: You're in my thoughts and prayers. Seeing your Mom was one of the many joys of attending the Mabelvale reunions. She’ll always be Mrs. Briscoe to me, not so much for the formality, but as a sign of respect. She was one of the “community Moms,” who was always there at the school functions, and at all of the sports events intensely cheering the Lions on; one of the “bringing ‘good’ cookies Moms,” and one of the “it takes a village Moms,” who helped to keep us in line, encourage and support us. Mrs. Briscoe made us feel good about ourselves when we were kids and she continued to do so when we became adults. She helped to light up our reunions; she remembered all of us by name and was generous with her big, warm smile and hugs. Mrs. Briscoe will be missed.
Sheila Nettles
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Mary Ann,
I tried to call you and let you know how sorry I was to hear about your Mom. She was a wonderful woman and I know will be much missed by you all as well as all of us.
You are in my thoughts today and just know all will be well. She is at peace.
Sheila
Margaret (Teeter) Mullins McNeely
Friday, May 25, 2012
we'll miss you Gladys you made a big mark on my life as a outstanding and independent woman. Proud to have been your cousin. See you in heaven wait for me......
Rusty and Kenna Westerman
Friday, May 25, 2012
MaryAnn, so sorry to hear about your mom. I'm so glad we have great pictures of her when we all got together for dinner. She was such a sweet lady and we enjoyed visitng with her.
Stephen and Brenda Tustison
Friday, May 25, 2012
We are very sorry for your loss. Gladys was and will always be a very special person and friend to us and our family. She was always there, whether it was one of our lows or highs. We will miss her greatly. Our prayers are with you all.
Love,
Stephen and Brenda
Marsha Williams Smith
Friday, May 25, 2012
Gladys will truely be missed.
She was a wonderful person
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lucille (Red)McGinness
Friday, May 25, 2012
Mary Ann so very sorry to hear about your Mom. My Mom has been gone since 2000 the loss and sadness never go away, but does get a little easier with time. I wil rember you and your family in my prayers.
Lucille (Red) McGinness
Ben & Georgann Freasier
Friday, May 25, 2012
On my visits to Chenal I would always hope to see Glaydys. She could brighten up any day and always ready with her opinion on any subject. If you looked up,"Strong, Capable woman" in the dictionary, you would find Grady's picture and name. We will miss Gladys.
Carolyn Tidwell Dodson
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Iam so sorry for your loss. She was very special. I enjoyed the times when she had the dress and beauty shop next door to her home. Debbie and I worked there, Good times . A great lady
Carolyn Tidwell Dodson
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Iam so sorry for your loss. She was very special. I enjoyed the times when she had the dress and beauty shop next door to her home. Debbie and I worked there, Good times . A great lady
Kay Moseley Simmons
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Our mothers lived at Chenal Heights for a lot of the same time and ate at next door tables.. When I would be sitting with Mom and her friends, I always like to visit also with your mother and her friends at their table. Mrs. Brisco always had something to visit about and knowing her is a good memory. Mary Ann, you might know that Mom isn't there anymore either since she had several small strokes and isn't able to be as independent as both our mothers were only a few months ago. May God Bless each of you with comfort and strength during this time.
Deborah Lawrence
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Virginia,
I am so sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and your family.
Dutchie Wilson
Thursday, May 24, 2012
She was still a pretty lady. I am the "adopted daughter" of Alva Mullins Bennett. I spoke with your Mother several times and Alva ( I called her Lil Hardcastle) spoke of her often I noticed their deaths were at the same age of 89. Alva so wanted to reach 90. I remember your mother always was in charge of the reunions. My thoughts are with you.
Nancy Sheffield Baxter
Thursday, May 24, 2012
I am very sorry about your mother. I have very fond childhood memories of Mr. & Mrs. Briscoe, Joe, Mary Ann, & Jenny. Some of our family kept up with Gladys in later years and I was always delighted to hear wonderful stories about her. My prayers are with all of you.
Janiced & Don Botner
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Joe, we were very sorry to hear about your mother's death. She of her was a very interesting person and led a very full life. I know you are proud of her.