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Gladys Walters Obituary
She was born June 30, 1933, in Corning, Kan., the daughter of Roy and Lizzie Mae Sherrer Cox. She graduated from Centralia High School. Gladys was a homemaker, and was a representative for Avon for 50 years. She enjoyed visiting with her friends over coffee at McDonalds, listening to country music, KU basketball, and spending time with her grandkids. She was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary.
Gladys married Robert E. Walters on July 4, 1951, in Sabetha. He preceded her in death in 1999. She was also preceded in death by six siblings. Survivors include a son, Randy Walters and wife Ann, Colo. Springs; two daughters, Debbie Guenther and husband David, Baldwin City, and Sheryl Saathoff and husband Larry, Lawrence; a brother, Tom Cox and wife Beverly, Wichita; eight grandchildren, John Walters, Kurt Walters, Lori Herrera, Tracie Newell, Kyle Guenther, Becky Saathoff, Renae Walters, and Rachelle Brost; and 14 great grandchildren.
Friends may call from noon to 8 pm Sunday at the funeral home, where the family will receive them from 2-4 pm. Memorial contributions are suggested to Douglas County Special Olympics, in care of the funeral home, 601 Indiana St., Lawrence, KS, 66044.
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for Gladys Walters
Betty (Fritch) Bomaster
August 27, 2016
Gladys and I were classmates. Will remember our good times at CHS. Condolences to the family in the loss of your loved one.
Bill Barker
August 22, 2016
I'm sorry for your lose. I will always remember her smiling face at the softball games. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sheryl Henry
August 22, 2016
I was sorry to read about your mother's passing. I know what a close family you have and how you will miss her. I send my love and sympathy to you at this sad time.
Loraine Ledford
August 22, 2016
I counted on Gladys to be smiling and enjoying her family time whenever we were with her. I will remember her kind, gentle, quiet ways.
Trina Langston
August 21, 2016
She always had a smile on her face while drinking her coffee at Mcdonalds. She will be greatly missed.
Martha Murphy
August 21, 2016
Gladys will be missed. She was a great support to our family with my dad, Gene Hopkins. She had become a part of our family and great friend. My condolences to Debbie, Sheryl, and Randy and families.
joyce Eoannou
August 20, 2016
I knew Gladys from McDonald's on 6th st. She was a great lady, always enjoyed having conversations with her.
joyce Eoannou
August 20, 2016
I knew Gladys from McDonald's on 6th st. She was a great lady, always enjoyed having conversations with her.
Grace Meuffels
August 20, 2016
I had only known Gladys for about the10 years. We had become close friends and spent hours in conversation over coffee at McDonalds. She always looked beautiful and had a smile on her face. Her bright outlook on life always amazed me because I knew she was in constant pain. I offered her help many times, but she she was such a proud person she always refused my help. She often spoke of her husband Bob and how much she missed him. I will miss our visits and time together.
Cheryl Bures
August 19, 2016
She was an amazing lady never saw her without her hair done, makeup on and a smile on her face, she will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss Randy, Sheri and Debbie from your former babysitter.
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