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Gladys Pauline Alford Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1914 - 2012 Gladys Pauline Anders Alford of San Augustine, Texas, passed away on March 8, 2012, in Marshall, Texas at the age of 97. She was born on September 27, 1914, to Price Davenport Anders and Fannie Mitchell Anders, in San Augustine, Texas. She graduated from San Augustine High School in 1933. Gladys married Felter Luther Alford on March 17, 1934. Gladys was a member of Liberty Hill Baptist Church in San Augustine. She was a member of The Grand Chapter of Texas Order of the Eastern Star for over 50 years. She lived most of her life in San Augustine except for the past six years when she lived with her son and daughter-in-law, Dr. and Mrs. Donald W. Alford, in Marshall Texas. Gladys was a homemaker for most of her life and also worked as a sales clerk in a store in San Augustine for 14 years. Gladys loved nature, especially flowers and gardening. While at home, she enjoyed working in her flower and vegetable gardens. She also enjoyed gospel quartet singing and began singing in her family quartet at an early age. She enjoyed meeting and fellowshipping with people throughout her life. She enjoyed traveling with her immediate family to many beautiful places in the United States including Washington, D.C.; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Atlanta, Georgia; Orlando Florida; and other places. Gladys is survived by her son Dr. Donald W. Alford and wife Jane Beck Alford of Marshall, Texas; grandson, John Matthew Alford and wife Andrea Santmyer Alford of Sterling, Virginia; great-grandson, Noah Matthew Alford of Sterling, Virginia; brother Aubrey D. Anders and wife Billie of San Augustine; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Gladys was very proud of her grandson and granddaughter-in-law, John and Andrea Alford; and her great-grandson, Noah Matthew Alford. Gladys is preceded in death by her husband Felter Luther Alford; son, Kenneth Earl Alford; parents Price Davenport Anders and Fannie Mitchell Anders; brothers, Samuel Jesse Anders; Annis Perry Anders; Joe Bailey Anders, and Fred Anders. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, March 12, 2012, Wyman Roberts Memorial Chapel, with Bro. Frank Holrath officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, March 11, 2012, 5:00 til 7:00 P.M., Wyman Roberts Funeral Home. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Cemetery, San Augustine County.

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There are currently 9 condolences.

Tracy A Pike Thursday March 22, 2012 at 1:16 AM

Our family was saddened to hear of Mrs. Alford's passing. My mom thought of her often & we remember her fondly as one of our good neighbors on FM 711 for many years. Although we remember her from Perry Bros., we also remember when she used to run the small grocery store beside her home. My brother & I have fond memories of pulling our red wagon up the hill to the store, filled with empty soda bottles to cash in for change. There always seemed to be enough for some penny candy & perhaps even a new bottle of soda pop. I loved Mrs. Alford because she always let me go behind the candy case, open it & pick out what candy I wanted. That made me feel special. My first car was an old 1957 Chevy that my mom purchased from Mrs. Alford. It carried me all thru high school, to & from work at the Dairy Mart & served as a taxi for school friends & allowed me to spend more time with my grandmother. My young sister also drove it several years. I treasure those memories & will always be grateful to Mrs. Alford for being a part of them. She was a very sweet lady that we will always remember with love and kindness. Our deepest sympathies to all of her family.

Mattie Jo and Ernestine "Hilton" Tuesday March 20, 2012 at 7:25 AM

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all. Mrs. Alford was so sweet and kind to us when we worked with her in the late 60's at Perry Bros. We know heaven is sweeter with her presence. God bless and comfort you all and give you His peace.

Ruth Monday March 12, 2012 at 10:49 AM

Friends of our God, though they may pass away, will never be forsaken. All those asleep who in Gods memory stay, from death they will awaken. What beautiful words from a song to let us know that death is not final. We look forward to seeing our dear love ones again in the resurrection. Take comfort in the promise from the scriptures, (Job 14:13-15) Looking forward to that blessed time brings us hope; our hearts go out to you in this time of great sorrow

Kelly and Sandra Wright Sunday March 11, 2012 at 10:48 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we are terribly sorry for your loss.

Carol Winfield Lipe Sunday March 11, 2012 at 12:56 AM

My thoughs and prayers are with your family.

Donese and Sandra Stark Saturday March 10, 2012 at 7:44 PM

We are so sorry about your loss. She was one of our favorite people. She always had a smile and a kind word to say. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Sue and Raymond Murray raymond-murray@att.net Friday March 9, 2012 at 9:30 PM

Donald and family, Wish we could be there for the services, but just can't make it at this time. Gladys leaves behind a treasure chest of family and memories. I always loved visiting with her and she always made you feel loved. She was funny and youthful, even in her later years. I know she will be greatly missed. Sue and Raymond Murray

ernest & eleanor mills Friday March 9, 2012 at 9:14 PM

Our prayerss are with this family

Sonja Bland Tarver Carrell Friday March 9, 2012 at 7:34 PM

I worked with Ms Gladys in the late 70s at Perry Bros. in San Augustine. I thought alot of her. She was very sweet woman.

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