of Ashdown, AR
November 16, 1912 - August 8, 2014
Myrtle Louise Gwaltney, 101, of Ashdown, Arkansas formerly of Joiner, Arkansas died Friday, August 8, 2014 at Little River Nursing and Rehab in Ashdown, Arkansas.
Mrs. Gwaltney was a member of the Ashdown First Baptist Church and retired from the South Mississippi County School District as Food Service Director.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years Cubert Gwaltney, her parents J.J. and Birttie Turner six brothers, one sister and a grandson Nicholas Bryan Williams.
She is survived by her daughter, Brenda Williams (Dickie) of Ashdown, AR; two sons, Robert Gwaltney of Alba, TX; Konrad Gwaltney (Judy) of Alba, TX; grandchildren, Konnie Espanet, Cheryl Wilson (Kevin) Lowell Gwaltney and Kristopher Williams (Brooke), Great-grandchildren Melanie Lara, Stephanie Coffee, Brandon Gwaltney , Kesia St Romain, Alexis Espanet, Adrianne Espanet and Brighton Williams, great great-grandchildren Preston Lara, Maddox St Romain and Sloane Cabral.
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8 Condolence(s)
Mary Tom Vermillion
Monday, August 11, 2014
Besides being a wonderful cook, she was a wonderful person. We used to have such good talks. I enjoyed working with her at Shawnee for many years, and I remember what a wonderful attitude she had when she moved to be closer to you, Brenda. I know she will be missed. Rest in peace, old friend.
Henry and Frances Hamburg
Sunday, August 10, 2014
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
God bless you all is our prayers.
Alissa Noe
Sunday, August 10, 2014
Sweet Mrs. Gwaltney. I grew up down the street from her and went to Joiner Baptist Church with her. I remember my dad, Herschel Vaughn speaking of her often. My dad, Herschel just entered into the gates of heaven about 2 weeks ago. I know he is one of the first standing at the gate welcoming her in to heaven. One of my fondest memories of her was one Halloween when she glued juicy fruit gum, lifesavers, hershey's kiss, and other candies together to create a choo choo train and if I'm not mistaken, she attached a Jesus' loves you message to minister to us kids. I think she knew what pinterest was before pinterest. My sympathies to your family. Praise the Lord that she is now with Jesus!
Doris Cissell Williams
Sunday, August 10, 2014
What fond memories come flooding back - wonderful days at Shawnee High School with Mrs. Gwaltney at the helm. I had the privilege to work in the cafeteria with Mrs. Gwaltney, Mrs. Haskett, and others I can't name at the moment. Wonderful women, strong role models for a naïve girl of the early 60's. And how I remember her yeast rolls - beyond compare. My deepest sympathies to her family. She was a treasure.
Debbie Vines Vest
Sunday, August 10, 2014
Mrs. Gwaltney, You always had such a beautiful smile for many children during lunch & great food. You were also a wonderful neighbor & wonderful helper & friend to many. I know u were loved by so many children from way back until u retired & two of them was my brother Mike Vines & me. Now you're a beautiful angel in heaven. Brenda I love u & prayers for the family & may God comfort all in this time of sadness.
Sandy Cissell Burnett
Saturday, August 9, 2014
Mrs Gwaltney was such a sweet lady. I worked some for her in the cafeteria at school and have nothing but fond memories of my time there. So sorry for your loss.
Kathy Gwaltney Ingle
Saturday, August 9, 2014
I'm so glad I got to visit with Aunt Myrtle in June - after maybe 30+ years! I really enjoyed talking with her. It was clear that she appreciated the love and care she received from her family. I know you will all miss her very much. She was an amazing lady.
Vonnie Phillips
Saturday, August 9, 2014
Brenda and Dickie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Mrs. Gwaltney. She was a wonderful friend and I loved her so much. She touched the lives of so many at school and at church. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Vonnie