MEMORIAL RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, God in His Infinite Wisdom has called Dr. Gloria D. Brown, most beloved citizen, to her eternal reward on July 26, 2016; and
WHEREAS, This august body has been informed of her passing by the Honorable Carrie M. Austin, Alderman of the 34th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Gloria, born on December 26 in Turrell, Arkansas, was a devoted daughter of Richmond and Ethel Purdiman. She accepted Christ at an early age and was faithful servant to the Lord. Gloria was a long time member of Colonial Village Church of Christ; and
WHEREAS, Gloria and her late husband of over 40 years, James, were blessed with three adorable children, Raimondo, Romero and Lolita. She now joins her best friend and life partner in the Kingdom of Heaven; and
WHEREAS, Majoring in Psychology, Gloria earned multiple degrees from both Loyola and DePaul Universities. She also completed her post doctorate studies at Howard University and the Illinois School of Professional Psychology; and
WHEREAS, Gloria enjoyed a rich career path serving as a Child Psychologist for the Chicago Board of Education, Catholic Charities and Miles Square Mental Health Facility. A staunch advocate for children, she will be remembered for her diligent work to support children in their mental health and development; and
WHEREAS, Gloria lived life to the fullest. She enjoyed traveling, delicious foods, movies, music, and dancing. But more than anything, Gloria loved and adored her children. She had an exceptional ability to build unique relationships with each of them to ensure that they always felt special. Her grandchildren, who affectionately called her "Bay, Bay", brought her tremendous joy and she loved them with an intensity that was unsurpassed; and
WHEREAS, Gloria was a longtime charitable giver best described by her own words, "with a closed hand, nothing comes out and nothing comes in, but with an open hand your blessings overflow". Known to donate to many causes especially children and education, provi...
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