I learned today that Gladys Pusey passed away last Friday. Many of you don't know Gladys. She was one of our senior adults and had recently moved out of town to be closer to her sister. Unfortunately, since there is such a small family, there won't be a memorial service. This saddens me, because I think people deserve a tribute and Gladys is no exception.
I have a great respect for Gladys as I observed God at work in her life. Gladys had been in poor health for several years struggling with a heart ailment. I really believe that God granted her additional days of life these last couple of years. Gladys seemed to have a renewed energy as she cared for her son as he was dying. It's almost as if God gave her strength and resolve to sit by Rod's side as his primary caretaker. She spent night and day in the hospital caring in a fashion that would have been physically exhausting for someone half her age. She was diligent in his care. I wonder if God didn't give her more days for the specific purpose of caring for her son. As unnatural as if may seem (having a child precede a parent in death), she served and cared with dignity. Her attentiveness served as an example as to how family should care for family in difficult times.
I remember when her Sunday School Class took up an offering to assist with some additional unexpected expenses. She cried as she shared the story. Gladys was humble as she felt undeserving of anyone's special attention. I remember talking with her on occasions, calling her on her cell phone because she didn't maintain a land line. I always thought that to be unusual. Gladys was always gracious, appreciative, and encouraging and never demanding. I will miss Gladys and am blessed by her memory.
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Monday, April 6, 2009
by Brad Hoffmann