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Official Obituary of

Lena M. Gladney

October 12, 1946 ~ December 30, 2025 (age 79) 79 Years Old

Lena Gladney Obituary

Lena’s legacy of kindness, grace, compassion, and gratitude, along with her deep appreciation for the love of family and friends will be cherished by all who were blessed by her life and dedication.

Preceding her in glory are her parents Jimmy Sr. and Louise Cox, her siblings: Fred Cox, Hazel Cox, Embry Cox, Lou Dee Cox (Baby), Artelia Smith, Seabron Cox, Doretha Thompson, and Ella Anderson.

Leaving with hearts full, cherishing her precious memories and enduring legacy; her daughter Shelia Gladney, son Curtis Gladney, and granddaughter Nya Gladney. Her Sister, ‘THE GREAT’ Margie Cox Means, who is “The Last Mohican” of the wonderful Cox siblings. Along with a host of the best nieces, nephews, and great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and extended family, and friends that will carry her in their hearts forever.

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Services

Open Viewing
Friday
January 9, 2026

1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Craig Funeral Home
2001 S. Green Street
Longview, TX 75602

Funeral Service
Saturday
January 10, 2026

2:30 PM
Greater Zion Hill Baptist Church
CR 2214
Tatum, TX 75691

Interment
Saturday
January 10, 2026

Tatum Community Graveyard
CR 2187D
Tatum, TX 75691

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