" I remember the good times we had. I was like a daughter before Brent came along we went to car races Once we went to Church camp in Wisconsin which I will never forget Glen & I had to be in women's cabin. We went swimming I was always tagging along. Will always remember the good times & miss her"
In loving memory of
Glenadene Gatton
December 17, 2007
Glenadene Joyce Gatton, 74, of Keokuk, died at 3:30 PM Monday, December 17, 2007 at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa.
Mrs. Gatton was born November 8, 1933 in Keokuk, Iowa, the daughter of James Cecil and Vera Fader Hudson. She married Hubert Gatton on December 30, 1951 in Keokuk, Iowa. He survives.
She was employed by Union Electric as a secretary for thirty-two years. She was a member of the Keokuk Assembly of God Church and a member of Women's Ministry at church. She was a volunteer at Keokuk Area Hospital. She played the piano at the church for many years and for the Little Theater. She was a member of the Keokuk BPW. She enjoyed swimming and was an avid reader.
Besides her husband, she is survived by: One son, Brent Gatton and his wife, Tracy, of Keokuk, Iowa; Three grandsons, Zach, Zen & Zeke Gatton of Keokuk, Iowa; Brother-in-law, Albert Gatton and his wife, Lura Jean, of Keokuk, Iowa; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two aunts, Gladys Hilt and Marie Vinson; and three uncle, Charlie Fader, Orin Hudson and Otho Hudson.
Funeral services were December 21, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. at DeJong's Funeral Home with Pastor Chris Mann & Pastor Larry Conour officiating. Burial followed at Keokuk National Cemetery in Keokuk, Iowa.
Memorials may be made to Keokuk Assembly of God or to "Campus Crusade For Christ" a Christian youth outreach at University of Iowa.
Tributes
"Brent & Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the peace of God surround you and your family and may you experience the rest only He can provide. Scott & Jodi Lovell"
"Hubert, Brent, and family. My thoughts are with all of you. Glenadene was a great woman. As a little girl, seeing her at the pool and buzzing around in her convertible, I thought I want to be like her when I grow up. Dad is heading down here for the holidays, sorry we can't be there to express our condolences in person. May you find peace in knowing she's in a better place."
"Brent & family, So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. What a wonderful lady she was! Always so friendly and fun to chat with. She will be truly missed. With our sympathy, Maureen Stoneking and family"
"Dear Family Glenna.the Brown kids, Marilou Chance, and I had so much fun when we all lived way out in the boonies in the late 30's.?? I have such good memories of Glenna and her Mother. I always thought Vera was the best Christian I knew. Good memories will ease the hurt "
"Hubert and family. We were saddened to hear of Glennadean's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.We never tired of hearing her beautiful music. I am sure she is even now entertaining in Heaven with the piano style that was so unique, a one of kind God given talent. She was a beautiful lady inside and out and will be missed by many. Janet (daughter of Frank and Eunice Huston) Kahoka MO "
"Gatton family, You are in our thoughts and prayers.Tony,Brandy and Luke"
"Hubert, Brent & Gatton Family, We were so sorry to hear of GGs passing. I remember how Glenadene could almost make a typewriter sing. We didn't hear of the news until this evening--Thursday. John and Joy Young"
"Brent and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. She was a very special woman. We all loved her very much. Tom, Candy, Thomas, Dana and Sierra, Kayla, Tonya and Cali"
" Brent and Tracy and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with. Your mom was a very special woman she is now home with Jesus. Love Dirk Lynn and family"
" Sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. It is a difficult time for your family but your fond memories will heal your hurting heart. Mel & Bonnie Hayden"
"Brent and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I'll always remember talking to your Mom at the swimming pool when I was growing up. Anne, Chris, Mary and Dan Edwards"