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February 10
February 10
Cannot believe it has been 4yrs. Thank you for your teachings and encouraging words you always gave. You are loved and missed.
February 10
February 10
Gwen,
When I saw the email that said today was the day you passed, I looked immediately at the year. Four years doesn't seem real, I still think of you from words you would say. I am reminded of the scriptures you would quote from memory. Then you would say "You can't wait until the battle comes and be flipping through the pages!" Thank you for writing God's word on my heart. I think about how much I need you but I know that God needs you even more. The 12 years you poured into my life are the best 12 years that I have ever had. You taught me how to dress, accessorize, and love others. You took me along to just watch you do life, you answered all of my questions with ease. You let me just be your friend which was so needed for me. You also were willing to tell me when I was making unwise decisions. You were never mean even when I went ahead and did the stupid thing you loved me right back into forgiveness. It was a stern love but love non the less! I think of you often and love you forever!!
February 10
February 10
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. You truly are Forever Missed . Mom you poured your life out and into soo many people. You truly left a legacy for Christ. I thank you for teaching me how to be a woman of God, how to stand on the word, that faith without obedience isn't faith. I love and miss you and I will see you again!! 
September 4, 2023
September 4, 2023
Happy Heavenly Birthday Gwen! As I am on this side of heaven, I understand how christians long for their eternal home. You were so much fun at work. I miss the laughter of my sweet friend! I had a cup of tea for you today. I'm sure if you where here-- you would have had one. Oh, the stories we would share. Your light is still shining.
September 4, 2023
September 4, 2023
HAPPY BIRTHDAY GWENDOLYN!
You always said the fall belonged to you. You always took Sept. Oct. & Nov. as your birthday months! I wish you were here, because you could have every month as your birthday month! All twelve! I miss you soooooo much! Sometimes when I lay in bed at night, sit at my desk or just look around, I am in awe of the testimony of Christ you left here on earth, and I am humbled by the mere thought of the woman of Christ you are! I do miss you greatly! You were right!
"BUT GOD"
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ETERNALLY!
Al
September 4, 2023
September 4, 2023
Happy Birthday Gwen!! I know your happiness is eternal, and for that I am glad.
Well, I have a confession to make. I broke the fashion rule this year…. I wore white before Memorial Day. It seemed ok at the time! I’m sure you will forgive me. But hey, it’s September and I am already planning my “transitional” wear for fall! That should make you proud!
Love you always, and miss you ever, until we meet again.
Dian
September 4, 2023
September 4, 2023
Remembering you on your birthday. Thank you for your stand in our Lord and Savior; Jesus Christ!!❤️❤️❤️
September 3, 2023
September 3, 2023
Gwen how I love you so! I really wish that I could just talk to you. It's not even a question of whether or not we would laugh I know we would! I miss you. Every time I walk into PT school I think about you telling me that I was going to be here, because God had a plan. It was nothing I could ever do on my own he had to lead me. I hope you know that you left Christ on our hearts. Thank you for always trusting, hoping in, and believing Jesus!
September 3, 2023
September 3, 2023
Mom every day I miss you. I hope you can see the legacy for Christ you have left in this world.
Happy Heavenly Birthday..
I love you.
February 17, 2023
February 17, 2023
You and your family are forever in our thoughts and our prayers truly missed and loved.
February 16, 2023
February 16, 2023
You truly were a Light giver, and those lights continue to shine in the darkness today chasing it away! ooohhhhh my...
February 10, 2023
February 10, 2023
I hear your voice quite often, but what stands out the most is 1 Peter 3:15

“But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:”

Forever loved and missed ❤️
February 10, 2023
February 10, 2023
Gwen,
I miss you everyday, I think about things that I want to tell you about how God dropped knowledge. I just want to share life with you, to tell you everything. Life is not the same without you. It probably never will be because you changed the game. You taught me so much about hiw to follow Christ and not people. You showed me the difference between being a chick on his arm and a lady. You taught me what a Pantone color is. You taught me why waiting on God's timing is more important than having what everyone else has. More than a tribute, I just want to thank you!

-Katie
PS: You were right, I got into PT school! Only God gets the glory!!
February 10, 2023
February 10, 2023
What is there left to say? Forever missed, forever cherished and forever loved.
I truly understand now mom!! ❤️❤️❤️
September 5, 2022
September 5, 2022
Forever missed❤️❤️❤️
September 4, 2022
September 4, 2022
Wow, how I miss you! I think of you and sweet things you have shown me through the years. I still want to call you and tell you all the the things that have happened in my life. Nothing is the same without you to hear about it. I wish I would have taken that photo with you Chirstmas 2018, I didn't know what short time I had left! I love you forever .
September 3, 2022
September 3, 2022
My heart and soul will forever miss you, for I can never forget you, because you are my life! And I will always Love you eternally! 
September 3, 2022
September 3, 2022
As your birthday approaches, you are forever missed. I think of you every day and remember all the lessons you taught me and all the words you spoke into my life. You taught me that no word from God ever fails and I can always stand on the faithfulness of God!! I love you mom!!
February 10, 2022
February 10, 2022
In 3 months and 1 day we would be celebrating 14 years of friendship, the longest realtionship I have ever had! I miss you. I will never not regret taking a picture with you christmas 2018 I thought that I had time left with you to get a picture. Now I wish I could redo that simple mistake. No, a picture does not sum up all the laughing, counsel, shopping, retreats, or the skin care regimen you taught me. I think of you every day when I get ready for the day and pray and ask God what I should wear and if I am stepping up my game wearing make-up. I often want to call you and just talk about all of life and everything else it throws me knowing that I cannot do that anymore. Gwen losing you was a great loss in my life. I got into PT school just like you always said I would! We both know that God did that because everything fell into place so that there really was no way I could say how awesome I am. You said that too! Life is way less Awesome now because I am not sharing it with you so its just one day at a time until I see you again!
February 10, 2022
February 10, 2022
Forever remembered, never forgotten!!!❤❤❤
February 10, 2022
February 10, 2022
Forever missing your smile, your laugh, your mischief, your love, your wisdom, your companionship…YOU!
February 8, 2022
February 8, 2022

This morning I was reading Joshua 1:9 (one of my favorite scriptures)
It spoke differently today. As we all know the 2nd anniversary of mom's passing is Thursday the 10th and I've been thinking about new normals lately. How I don't like them lol. But God showed me through every new decision and new normal that is now one thing has Always remained the same and will ALWAYS remain the same: Jesus is there with me ALWAYS. No matter what we are facing today, tomorrow or next week remember we will NEVER go through it Alone. God is with us to the ends of the world and every where in between. He is our real "ride or die"
Be blessed everyone and appreciate those God has given you while they are here!!
My mother left me a legacy of faith in Christ. She will forever be missed
September 6, 2021
September 6, 2021
Gone but never gotten beautiful light, beautiful spirit, keep shining your ray of love over your baby and family may God continue to bless you all.
September 4, 2021
September 4, 2021
I think of you often and reflect on your teachings on God of always being ready to give an account of our testimony. Thank you for your stand.

♥️♥️♥️
September 4, 2021
September 4, 2021
Dear, precious Gwen, you are thought of often. I miss you, our talks, our prayers together and your sweet smile! Knowing I will see you again some day puts a smile in my heart!
September 4, 2021
September 4, 2021
Gwen
What can I say on this special day! Happy Birthday just doesn't cut it for what you gave me through your example of Christ and friendship over 12 years. I miss you so much I always find myself wanting to call you and tell you so may things. Like you were right I would finish my bachelor's degree and get into physical therapy school. In a way that was only explainable by saying what God had done. I often think of how I don't want to disappoint you and fail. I want the life you always told me i was deserving of, I just need to walk with God not ahead of him doing my own thing. I don't know about having 5 daughters with one on the way but I definitely don't want to waste my life! The number one thing I think if often and hear you saying in my head is "Now Katie Louise, did you pray?" Thank you for teaching me about God as a person and how I can have my own relationship with him! You taught me that I could hear his voice myself and I didn't need to listen to every voice that had something to say about what God wanted me go do.
I love and miss you immensely!
September 4, 2021
September 4, 2021
My mom. What can I even say? I miss you more every day. I wish I could tell you how right you were about so many things you taught me. The greatest lesson though was how to have a personal walk with God. You taught me to study the word for myself and hear from God and stand on His word. I know that I am who I am today because of what you poured into me. I love you and miss you so much. But I know that you are in heaven with our Lord and that brings me such peace.
September 4, 2021
September 4, 2021
I can say I am happy God gave you to earth on Sept 4, 66 years ago. Your earthly stay changed my life for the good. Rejoice In Heaven!
February 11, 2021
February 11, 2021
Gwendolyn gave me a book called "Leadership Prayers" at the Mid-America Conference WMI Spring Retreat 2002 while she was WMI President. I read the book from May through June. She was always generous to other women - sharing her knowledge and wisdom and gifts. This book is a go to for me. Lord, remember Al and Niki as they celebrate Gwen's life. Peace.
February 10, 2021
February 10, 2021
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
February 10, 2021
February 10, 2021
I will always be greatful for you. And thank you for the many times you shared your faith with me through the tough times. You were truly gift from God. Well done thy good and faithful servant. Love and miss you.
February 10, 2021
February 10, 2021
I have been thinking of today as the day that you my friend went to be with Jesus! You went home to be with "Your God!" The same God who told you that you would not die but live and declare the wonderous works of the Lord. Those works that you declared are what live on in the rest of us still waiting to see you again. Save me a room in your beautiful mansion for when my mom kicks me out of mine for not doing something she said! One thing I can say that you taught me well was quality I have bought two purses since you passed away. You would crack up watching me inspect the purses for serial numbers, feet on the bottom, and to make sure that they were real leather! Gwen you taught me so much about life and I carry that with me today especially and everyday after this. Today, the Youversion app talked about in the verse of the day two people who gather together and how God is among them. You taught me about gathering together before the Lord before I ever knew the verse. You also taught me about my own personal need to gather before the Lord for myself. So thank you for teaching me and leading me to the salvation of the Lord!
February 10, 2021
February 10, 2021
I can't believe its been a year already. I miss you more everyday. But one thing I can say is the word and example of living for Christ has help to strengthen and encourage me daily as I walk my Christian journey. My mother was truly one of a kind. I miss her dearly ans love her greatly.
October 2, 2020
October 2, 2020
Missing you greatly! Remembering your words of encouragement: God is my strength and refuge. He is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path. Reminded that I am not alone. Thank you!
September 4, 2020
September 4, 2020
My dear, sweet friend! I am so happy God brought you into my life about 9 years ago. You are a blessing to me and I loved all of our talks about family and our Lord. I miss your sweet smile and your hugs!
September 4, 2020
September 4, 2020
Happy Birthday Gwen, God has changed you forever into the perfection of his likeness. This was always His desire for you and now it has been realized. I am so glad we met at Dillards and I got to be apart of the journey that your young life took after you trusted in Christ . You blessed me with your family and I missed mine so dearly. I was invited to my first Thanksgiving in Oklahoma at your home and I had sweet potato pie for the first time. It was the beginning of many happy memories. It figures you would be with Christ first. I look forward to seeing you again. I Love you and your family!
September 4, 2020
September 4, 2020
I miss you every day.. You're example and strength have been an inspiration and guide for me. Your legacy of faith inspires me and encourages me daily. We celebrate you and know you're in heaven with the father..
September 4, 2020
September 4, 2020
One thing when taught me was that your birthday should be celebrated all month long! And so I think that we should celebrate her all month long! She's in heaven celebrating with Jesus and her fabulous mansion that's decorated perfectly for her.
September 4, 2020
September 4, 2020
Happy Birthday!!! Missing you greatly!!!
September 4, 2020
September 4, 2020
Happy Heavenly Birthday Gwen! I had no idea our birthdays were a day apart! No wonder we connected instantly that day you came to my school to talk to me about LifeWize. Your passion for the program is still the driving force behind me keeping it in our school. We are 'on a break' with it right now, due to school being virtual, but please know, as soon as students are back in the building, I'll be certain to get the program running again. All thanks to you! May you have a blessed day!
February 27, 2020
February 27, 2020
Gwen, it is hard to imagine walking into God's house and not seeing you sitting in your chair at the front of the church, hearing your voice greet me as I walked to my seat with enthusiasm and the joy of the Lord in your voice. We met not so long ago, but our bond was instant. Our love for organization, a fashionable pair of shoes, taking meticulous notes, studying the word while enjoying a good cup of Gevalia coffee revealed even more of our kindred spirit. Your challenging and thought provoking questions heightened my desire to learn and want to be prepared for each Sunday School class. Your belief in me to lead the class during your absence has strengthen my relationship with the Lord. I did not and do not take that honor lightly. Your personal stories, struggles and triumphs touched my heart in many ways. Though our season together on earth was short; 4 years, our precious time left an everlasting impression on my heart. You are home now with The Father, and I could not be happier for you. I Love You and Miss You. Until we see each other again...
February 24, 2020
February 24, 2020
I remember my first conversation with Gwen as she and Pastor Al came to their first annual conference meeting of the Mid-America Conference of the Free Methodist Church. They broke the diversity barrier in our conference and I will forever be grateful for that contribution to God's church in Oklahoma. Gwendolyn was a warrior and a servant. My life was blessed to have known her.  Peace to you, dear Gwendolyn, and to you, Pastor Al and Niki.
February 22, 2020
February 22, 2020
I met Gwen through a phone call in 2008. She answered the phone and I thought she was the call center lady. So I was more than pleased to tell her about the sucky commercial. I had just seen on TV. She was working with KEEP at the time. I even told her that the stupid commercial was unrealistic. No one was waiting until marriage to have sex! She respond with telling my her daughter Nikki did and she married a guy who had too. After I wiped the egg on my face off. She invited me to for the third time in the 30 minute conversation we had, I thought I was out of it by responding "I would go but i live on the eastside". To which she said "That's just great, it's right on my way. I live in midwest city". She told me To ask my mom. I thought for sure my mom would be like "No way stranger danger" to my shock my mom goes "Sure, I don't mind." If it was a boy my mom would have said "no way, quit being fast" but a perfect stranger and she was like sure! That was 12 years ago and now I am more than happy to say that stranger was the best mentor and God-mother I could have hoped for. I can sum up her legacy in my life:
1.God's word is truth!
2. You have to have God's word written. On your heart already because when the battle comes you can't be flipping through the Bible trying to find the appropriate word.
3. Have a good skin care routine. Because black don't crack. But you got to take care of it.
One of her favorite verses to say was Ephesians 2:10 Which was the verse of the day the day after; she passed away. We are God's workmanship created new in Christ Jesus for good works that he predestined before the foundation of the world.

My personal prayer Is that we remember her legacy.
February 22, 2020
February 22, 2020
What can I say? She lead me to the truth. She was my mentor when I went through the worst time of my life. She thought me to leave my comfort nest and seek more of Gods truth. She invited me to my forst Christian Womens Club meeting. Always will be my mentor. I will never forget. Loved you more than you'll ever know.
February 21, 2020
February 21, 2020
Gwendolyn. My sister, my friend. Oh the times we had together... laughing, talking, crying, working, collaborating, getting into mischief, praying, philosophizing, dreaming of the world as a better place... and doing our part to make it so. I am thankful that God saw fit for our paths to cross in this world, Your absence leaves an unspeakable void. You are in my heart forever.... until we meet again. Al, how fondly I think of you and Gwen. Phil and I are thinking of you at this time with great compassion.
February 19, 2020
February 19, 2020
I met sweet Gwen about 8 years ago while volunteering at Hope Pregnancy Center North. Her office was just outside my work area. We had wonderful talks about family and the Lord. We would even pray together. I was so excited to reconnect with her at the Baptist Building. We picked up where we had left off! She was such a blessing to me and I already miss her smiles and all the hugs we would share. Looking forward to seeing her again when I go home!
February 19, 2020
February 19, 2020
I had the pleasure of working alongside Gwen for a year during my stint with the Oklahoma Family Policy Council. I loved working with her. Such a joyous spirit and such a sweet, compassionate heart for both God and for people! It saddens me to know that she is gone, but I am encouraged by the knowledge that Gwen is now in the presence of the living God! We will see her again someday. What a glorious day that will be!
February 18, 2020
February 18, 2020
What a treasure, what a life-changer! What an honor to get to work alongside Gwen getting Life Wize into schools in Canadian County. She overflowed with encouragement and excitement for what the Lord could do! I will greatly miss spending time with her. What a blessing she was to so many.
"That you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God." Colossians 1.10
February 18, 2020
February 18, 2020
I can’t believe you are gone! I know it’s been a while, but you have had a huge impact on my life and I’m grateful I got to know you! I remember when you first started checking on me and I know you’ll be so proud of how far I’ve came! I love you always and forever Ms.Gwen! You are a beautiful and one of a kind soul! May you Rest In Peace in heaven! God will say well done!!! You are touched many people in certain a unique way. You have feed strangers and much more! You lived life from the purest of hearts! RIP!! Love you and watch over me!
February 18, 2020
February 18, 2020
Gwen is one of the bravest women I have ever known. Throughout the years that I have had the privilege of knowing her, I have witnessed some of her battles. In the midst of her struggles, one of her favorite sayings was "God’s got this." 2 Corinthians 5:8 talks about being absent from the body is being at home in God’s presence. I can imagine Gwen entering God’s presence with that big smile and saying " I knew you had this." Gwen, you will be deeply missed.
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