Gwendolyn Thomas Adams, 77, of Sarasota, Florida was born on August 8, 1945, in Bradenton, Florida to the late Amos and Veora Mae Thomas. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 20, 2023, from 6-8 PM. Homegoing Services will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2023, 11:00 AM, at Happy Gospel Church, 1915 53rd Ave E, Bradenton, FL. The interment will be held at Manasota Memorial Park.
Gwendolyn attended public schools in Manatee County. She was employed for Sarasota County School Transportation for 30 years until her retirement. Gwendolyn gave her life to the Lord as a young adult. She continued to live her life as an example for others until God called her home. Gwendolyn was a member of Kingdom Family Worship Center. She served the Lord faithfully in various capacities including Missionary,
Elder and Evangelist while traveling throughout the United States and Haiti spreading the Word of Salvation.
Gwendolyn Thomas Adams departed this life on Saturday, January 14, 2023.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Veronica Thomas and Carolyn Ross.
Gwendolyn leaves to cherish her memories: Three children: Antoinette Blakeney (Raymonte’), Arlette Bell and James L. Davis, Jr. (Julia); Grandchildren: Ariel McGirt (Quinton), Andia Blakeney, Kevin Davis, Raymonte’ Blakeney, Jr., Kristopher Waters, Ishmeel Davis, Michael Davis (Jana), Jamesha Davis, Jade Davis Hunter (Jeremy), Michael Davis (Katonia), Nykevia Blakeney, Lavontae Youmans; 25 Great Grandchildren; Siblings: Lenora Hart (Paul), Cassandra Knight (Willie), Delphine Leonard (Earl), Barney Thomas (Molly), Arrie L. Thomas (Joyce), Laverne Johnson, Stanley Thomas (Maria) and Lawanda Clayton; She also leaves a multitude of other family and friends.
My deepest sympathies to my cousins on the passing of your mother and my Aunt Gwen. My prayers are with you. “A mother is with us always, first in her lifetime, then forever in our memory.” Love you, Kaymani
My heart and prayers go out to the family. May God be with you all during this difficult time.
May you feel God’s perfect peace during this time of bereavement. Love you, Andrea
Blessings to you Arlette and the entire family. Praying for all. Love you !!!
Aunt Gwen was very loving and caring. Always a joy to be around with a bright and beautiful smile. My cousins, you have my prayers and love as you go through this new journey.
Much love Carol
Aunt Gwen was very loving and caring. She was always a joy to be around with a bright and beautiful smile. My cousins you have my prayers and love as you go through this new journey.
Love Carol Davis
Cousin
May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.
Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow• May your heart and soul find peace and comfort
in knowing that you are not alone, we are always here for you.
Aunt Millie
RIH Gwen it was my pleasure to have known you.
My prayers ,condolences and love are with you family during this time. Aunt Gwen was truly a beautiful soul inside and out. I pray you have peace in knowing she’s resting in heaven.
Love you,
Dian Thompson