03/30/11 - NNHS Newsletter -
Gwen Rawls Goard
Gwen Rawls Goard
(d. 28 Mar 2011)
Newport News High School Class of 1948
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03/30/11 - NNHS Newsletter -
Gwen Rawls Goard Newport News High School Class of 1948 |
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Dear
Friends and Schoolmates,
There is more sad news this Wednesday morning. 
Gwen Rawls Goard, Class of 1948, mother of 
Brenda Goard Wood
('70) and Danny Goard, passed away on Monday, March 28, 2011 in
Hampton at the age of 79.
From the Daily Press - 03/30/11:
Gwen Rawls Goard
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HAMPTON - Gwen Rawls Goard, 79, passed away March 28, 2011. Gwen was born
in Oak City, N.C., and was the daughter of the late Paul and Cora Rawls. |
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She is survived by her loving family, daughter, Brenda G. Wood and husband,
Robbie; son, Daniel J. Goard and wife, Arlene; grandchildren, Kendall Hunnicutt,
Steven Goard, Brandon Wood and Justin Wood; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Bryce,
and Sydney; brother, Paul W. Rawls and wife, Pat; sister, Susan Small; and
brother-in-law, J.B. Neal. She was also survived by a host of nieces and nephews
and cousins.
Published in the Daily Press from March 30 to March 31, 2011.
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March 30, 2011 Brenda and family, Thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Gwen was a very special friend and will be missed. ~ Ola Mae Weatherford, Newport News, Virginia
Brenda and Danny, I’m so
sorry to hear about your Mother. My thoughts and prayers are with
you and your family. I know you will cherish all the wonderful
memories and joyful times forever. I will hold close to my heart all
the good memories of growing up together in Newmarket. God Bless.
Gwen, Brianna, and
Papa
Brenda and Danny,
I know how ya'll are feeling and my heart is hurting for you. But, be encouraged that your mother is with her Savior, Jesus, whom she trusted for eternal life with Him. I can envision her talking with Jesus, my mom, Granddaddy, Grandma, Joyce and many others. Hopefully you know Jesus as Savior so that one day soon we will all be reunited with our family that awaits us in heaven. 1 John 5:11 tells us that through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, God gives us eternal life. My prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. Love, Pam & Family ~ Pam Williams, Johnson City, Tennessee
I am so sorry to learn of
Gwen's passing. We were in NNHS (1944-1948) together and I thought
she was the prettiest thing that ever walked on shoe leather. We
were in our 70's before she ever knew that. Everybody loved her like
a sister. Sincere condolences to her family. Bill Gross ~ William Gross, Newport News, Virginia
Dear Brenda and family, I'm so sorry to read of your mother's passing. Cherish your memories of her, and she will live forever in your heart. Much love and sympathy to you and your family. 
While I did not see
her often, she was
always warm,
welcoming, and
greeted others with
a big smile. God
bless your sweet
soul, Gwen.~ Gregory Cutler, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Dear Brenda, Danny
and Family, Sharing your sorrow, and hoping it will comfort you to know that many Hearts reach out to you in the loss of your dear Mom. We thought a lot of her, she always was a good Neighbor and I also considered her as my good Friend. We will always remember her and miss her. Our deepest Sympathy with Love, ~ Annamarie & Clinton
Dear
Brenda...you
have
my
deepest
sympathy.
Hold
on
to
all
the
wonderful
memories
and
they
will
help
get
you
through
this
very
tough
time.
~ Wanda Sheffield, Chesapeake, Virginia
Brenda and
Danny, Sorry to
hear about your
loss. You are in
my thoughts and
prayers. Your
Mother was a
fine Lady and
will be missed.
Take Care.
~ Sonny Williams, Harrisburg, North Carolina
Brenda, Danny, and
family,
My condolences to you all. Gwen's loving friendship with my dad was so good for both of them. ~ Marshall Massengill Jr., Hampton, Virginia
Dear Brenda and
Danny,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you both at this time of sorrow. Your mom was a wonderful Lady and will be truly missed by all that loved her. God Bless you and your families at this time. Love, Barbara & Cissy ~ Unsigned
Brenda and Danny:So sorry to hear about your mom. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I used to run into your mom out shopping sometimes and we would catch up on what everyone was doing. She will truly be missed by many. ~ Terry Arrington Cooper, Newport News, Virginia
Brenda and Danny, so
sorry for the loss of
your mother. I know how
difficult it is to lose
a parent. My thoughts
and prayers are with you
and your family. Your
mom and dad will be
watching over you
forever.
~ Kathy Cooper, Newport News, Virginia
Brenda, I was very sad to hear of the passing of your mom. She was a very special lady and was a joy to know. I had her as a substitute teacher many times and I always enjoyed talking to her. She had a great sense of humor and was a lot of fun. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Greg Sutton ~ Greg Sutton, Suffolk, Virginia
March 31,
2011
Brenda & Family,
I remember loving the surprise when I went to class and she was there. Your mom was very pleasant, a nice to be around person. I know this time is difficult, take care of yourselves. Love and hugs to all. Violet D'Ambra March 31, 2011
Dear Brenda and DannySorry to hear of your mother's passing. Please be strong for each other and keep the faith. God will see you through. I still miss you and all my friends in NN and Hampton. I enjoyed Gwen's humor so much and we always had a good laugh when we saw each other. Hugs for both of you. Doris L. Logan, Ringgold, Va March 31, 2011 Brenda, Bruce and I was so sorry to hear about your mother. You know we loved her. We all have great memories down at Nags Head of both your parents. You and Danny are in our thoughts and prayers. March 31, 2011
My deepest condolences,
Brenda and family... We
go back to the early 60s
in Newmarket Village and
her memory will always
live on as a wonderful
lady.
March 31, 2011
Brenda and Danny,
I am so sorry about your mom. We were really good friends and I will always have fond memories of her. ~ Eula Davis March 31, 2011
Brenda, Danny,
and family: You all will always cherish the
memories of your mom being a wonderful wife,
great mom, and wonderful grandmother. To those
of us who have been blessed to share in her
life, we will cherish her kindness, love for
friendship and that positive, heart warming
smile. My heart aches for your loss and the loss
of a friend.
~ Jennie Easmeil-Alexander, Newport
News, Virginia
March
31, 2011 March 31, 2011
Brenda, I am so sorry to hear about
your mom. My prayers and thoughts
are with you and Danny. Always
remember the memories. Love Ya
Brenda,
Just wanted you and Danny to know you are in our prayers. I will always remember Nags Head, your parents and NNHS with your mother as a substitute. March 31, 2011
Dear Brenda and Danny, Sherwood and
I were so very sorry the see that
you lost your mom. We had many good
times together at ball games and
Nags Head. She was such a spunky
little lady with a heart of gold.Sincerely, Sherwood and Bettie Daniels
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Our deepest sympathies are extended to Gwen's family and their friends at this difficult time.
Y'all take good care of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER! We'll Always Have Buckroe!
Love to all, Carol
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