Life’s Reflections

Message from Gwen: “When death comes, we often think why did this have to be. But Blessings come in many ways that sometimes we can’t see. Everything that happens is a part of God’s eternal plan. Today what seems like a mystery in time we understand.”

OnJuly 22, 1952, Gwendolyn was born to Lorraine and Curtis Woods in Memphis, TN. Her and her older sisters grew up in Lemoyne Gardens. Gwendolyn attended Booker T. Washington High School. She accepted Christ at the age of 18 yrs. old at Riverside. She was a member of spiritual growth for many years and volunteered with Fish & Loaves. She also volunteered at the West Cancer Clinic while battling with cancer for years. Gwen worked 33 years at Cummins Recon and made many friends. Gwendolyn was active in talent shows, fashion shows for work and family reunions. Prior to the birth of her last child, she was very active in the co-ed softball team for Cummins. She enjoyed reading Christian books, shopping, drawing/painting and spending time with family. She had a strong since of family for her children and her grandchildren these were her heartbeats. On May 26, 2023, God summon her home to her eternal rest, and she can rest from her labor. To Cherish her legacy, she leaves one son: Lee (Juliana) Wren, two daughters: Corshette Noel (Nicky) and Brittany Woods-Buford, six grandchildren: Lee Wren, Jr., Seriyah Noel,Amber Wren, Nolan Noel, Raven Woods and Kahmari Woods, two sisters; Mary (Earnest) Grose & Norma (Clayton) Barrett, one niece, Jana Kinkle, three nephews Corey Barrett, Christopher Barrett and Jason Grose; and host of great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends that she loved so dearly.

When Tomorrow Starts Without Me

When tomorrow starts without me

And I’m not here to see

If the sun should rise and find your eyes

All filled with tears for me

I wish you wouldn’t cry

The Way you did today

While thinking of the many things

We did not get to say

I know how much you love me

As much as I love you

Each time that you think of me

I know you will miss me too

When tomorrow starts without me

Please try to understand

That an angel came and called my name

And took me by the hand

The angel said my place was ready

In heaven far above

And That I would have to leave behind

All those I Dearly Love...