TOTTY, Gladys Mary McGill, 89, of New Port Richey, FL, passed away July 25, 2013 at the Marliere Care Center. “Glad” was born December 23, 1923, in London, England, to Arthur and Elsie McGill. She was predeceased by her husband, Lt. Robert Totty, who died in the Korean Conflict.
Gladys joined the British Army during WW II and was made a Master Sergeant at 19. She was responsible over a radar operation attached to a heavy artillery unit. She married her husband, an American Army officer, in 1945, moved to America and became a US citizen. She lived in Memphis for many years and worked for the Police Department, banks, publishing, and as a federal employee with the IRS. She lived in San Jose, CA, before moving to New Port Richey for retirement.
She enjoyed reading, dancing, computing, and caring for her pets. She had a dry sense of humor and enjoyed a good laugh. She will be missed by those who loved her.
She is survived by her daughter, Carol Stanley ( Roy) of Fayetteville, AR; brother, Dennis McGill ( Betty) of Port Richey; three grandchildren: Robert Stanley (Pam) of Fayetteville, AR; Denise England ( Heath) of Elm Springs, AR; Sarah Stanley of Nashville, TN: four great-grandchildren: Reese and Chafer Stanley of Fayetteville, AR; William and Abigail England of Elm Springs; many cousins in England; and by her caregiver and friend, Wendy Watson.
She will be buried with her husband at the Memphis National Cemetery. Please sign her guestbook below.
Thankful for God’s tender mercies in your mom’s passing.
Love, Nita
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. So glad that you could be there with her–I am sure it meant everything to her. Love, Charlene and Nelson
Daniel and I are very sorry for your loss. We pray now for you and your family, that God will provide memories of your mom that will bring comfort..
Daniel and Sheryl Harris
Joy and I are so sorry for your loss and send our condolences to you and your family. If there is anything we can do to facilitate the activities in Memphis, please don’t hesitate to let us know.
Joe
I am sorry for your loss and send my condolences to you and your family.
But I celebrate her life with You and Roy. I remember her time with You during Your marriage but I know Your life has been enriched by Your mother. Remember “a daughter is a daughter for the rest of her life.”
God Bless You dear Carol.
The most wonderful thing your mother did, Carol, was to give birth to you, a most precious gift to those of us who have the privilege of being your friend.
Judy and I continue to lift you and your loved ones up to the Lord’s tenderness and mercy.
We love you,
Joe Lynn and Judy
Thinking of you. So sorry about the loss of your Mom.
Much love, my Friend.
God Bless
we will miss you. we love you rest in peace love
Remembering grandmother Gladys, with love, Denise
I did not know Mrs. McGill, but I know her amazing daughter. She must have been pretty special to have raised such an awesome girl such as Carol. I’ve always loved her “story” when Carol shared it in the past. What a wonderful history, and legacy she has passed down to your family. I celebrate her life with you, and wish you much love and peace.
We send our sincere condolences to all your family on the loss of your mother, who we were proud to say was our cousin. Gladys will always be remembered, and we are with you in spirit every day.
With love and prayers
Jane and Mick
It was humbling and an honor to be able to care for Gladys in the last few years of her life.
I loved to hear her talk about riding to the forst with her friend on her bike and fill the baskets with blue bells.
She was a great friend and I shall miss her.
We didn’t know about your mother until we got your email. Sorry, to here about your loss and our prayers are with you and your family. Glad to here that you are doing well. Looking forward in seeing ya’ll soon. Charlotte & ” B “
I am sorry for the loss of your mother, Carol. I met her twice only, each for a few days when she visited the UK. Your mother had similar personality traits to her Aunt Alice, who was my Grandmother as you know! I have never forgotten your mother. I am pleased I met her, learned of her life and what she did. Thoughts to you and your family at this time. God Bless, Gladys
Jason.
Although we only met Gladys once at her home in Florida, she made us very welcome and we had such a wonderful time with her. She looked so much like Gran Turner (Aunt Alice)and had such an interesting life. Our thoughts are with Carole and family at this time. With love, Sue & Paul
Glad and I became friends when we lived across from each other in New Port Richey. She was a great free thinker and I always thought she was too young for her calendar years. I lost track of her when I moved to Pinellas Park and was between houses for a few months. She will be greatly missed. She was one heck of a gal!
Carol,
We are sorry to learn of your Mother’s death. Glad that you were able to be with her in Florida for a few weeks. Prayers for you and the extended family.
Linda Ann and David
I just learned of Gladys’ passing. I stayed away from contact for a few years as life continued and was sadden to learn that she was suffering from dementia during one of my recent visits. I was able to spend time with her over a few lunches in 2012 & the beginning of 2013. She loved her dogs (before they passed) and grown fond of cats. In 2012 – Christmas, I even gave her a cat cookie jar which any other time she probably would not have liked. I miss our long chats and talks about her time in England growing up as a little girl. I took care of her mother before she passed away (along time ago). Thank you for the many pictures that you gave me (including this one) and one with you and your daughter as a small girl. I’m glad to learn that your daughter was able to spend time with you before you left us.
I love you – Tammy