Gayla B. Gladding
Ionia, Michigan
Gayla B. Gladding, age 78, of Ionia, passed away, Monday, September 18, 2017. She was born on August 26, 1939, the daughter of Ralph and Mildred Cole. She was born and raised in Ionia and graduated from Ionia High School. She was a big fan of Elvis Presley, enjoyed doing puzzles, and was an avid Nascar race fan. Gayla was an outstanding woman, who was loved by many, she was truly “one-of-a-kind”. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.
Gayla is survived by her beloved children, Jeffrey Gladding, Robin Richards, Jennifer Gladding, and Todd Gladding; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; brothers, Larry Cole and Wayne Cole; and sisters, Virginia Worthington and Kathy Bachelor. She is preceded in death by her parents; the father of her children, Bradley Gladding; and son, Randy Gladding.
The Funeral Service will be officiated by Pastor Kenneth Harger at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 22, 2017 at the Lehman Funeral Home, 220 Rich St., Ionia. Interment will follow at Balcom Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral chapel. Arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be made at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.