MEMORIAL RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, God in His Infinite Wisdom has called Glenda Williams Smith, most beloved citizen to her eternal reward, Thursday, April 24, 2014; and
WHEREAS, This august body has been informed of her passing by the Honorable Emma Mitts, Alderman of the 37th Ward; and
WHEREAS, Glenda was born on September 24, 1950 to Scott and Essie Williams in Chicago, Illinois. She was the sixth of seven children and had three children of her own, Marshall, Marshell and Martell Sr.; and
WHEREAS, Glenda met Oliver Smith in 1988 and they wed in Holy Matrimony in August of 1993; and
WHEREAS, Glenda worked for Newark Electronics for 42 years, where she held many titles including Buyer. She was due to retire in October 2014; and
WHEREAS, Glenda confessed a hope in Christ at Jordan Temple Church, under the leadership of Pastor Steven Richardson; and
WHEREAS, Glenda was always energetic and so full of life. Affectionately known as "Aunt Ginny", by her nieces and nephews. She always made time to spend with them, taking them to movies, to Softball games where she played on the Newark League and plenty of fun filled sleepovers. She always made time for her family; and
WHEREAS, Glenda was faithful in taking care of her mother Essie Williams who resides in a nursing facility; and
WHEREAS, Glenda developed a passion for bowling later in life. She has been a member on several leagues and was an active member of "League of our Own" until her passing. She enjoyed reading her Kindle, trips with her husband Oliver, hosting barbecues and parties for her family and friends. Taking trips to Las Vegas and to the casino always brought a smile to her face; and
j WHEREAS, Glenda was preceded in death by several people whom she held near and dear to her heart; her father, Scott | Williams; one brother, Reginald Williams; two sisters-in-law, Charlette and Carol; three brothers in law, Horace, Al and | Lewis; and on stepdaughter, Latrice; and
¦ WHEREAS, Glenda leaves to cherish all her wonderfu...
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