Gladys M. Wilcox, age 76, of Corning, NY passed away at home on Monday, August 7, 2023.

Born March 31, 1947 in Huntingdon, TN, she was the daughter of the late Levi E. and Gladys (Fuller) Thomas.

My life is over, the pain and heartache are gone, I am now at home with all the loved one’s that have gone before me. Please don’t be sad, you each have a life to live, live it for yourselves. Please know I am very proud of you all. I leave my dearest children, Billy Wright, Paul Jr. (Stephanie) and Malyssa (Dustin Bryant).

I love each one of you dearly, along with the many other unbiological children that call me mom. My precious grandchildren, Savana, Cheyene, Haley, Thomas and Jordan – Grandma loves you dearly, please always know that you are dear to me, along with all the other children that call me Grandma. I have been blessed to have many children, grandchildren and a few great grandchildren. My brother, Elmer; sister in law, Nancy; nieces and nephews, Larry (Wanda), Fred (Teressa), Mark (Karen), Kim (Sam), Ron, Troy (Kitty), Symantha, Candy (Rich), Lexie, Mandy, Christine, Todd (Carly), Cathy, Mike (Gayle), Tonya, Justin and Josh ( Stephanie) and many dear cousins and dear friends.

Don’t be sad now over me, I lived a long, good life. I am truly ready to go home and be with my family and friends who have already gone; my husband, Paul; my brothers, Carl and Gaylon and my sister in law, Linda. Enjoy your life, Love those around you who love you.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are in care of Kenyon Funeral Home, Elkland. www.kenyonfuneralhome.com.