Gladys Pearl Howard

Gladys Pearl Howard Roebuck peacefully departed this life on February 15, 2025, at the age of 79. 

 Graveside services will be held at 11:00am, Friday, February 21, 2025, at Haven of Rest Cemetery in Beaumont, Texas. A celebration of life luncheon will follow at Friendship Baptist Church at 6750 Hwy 105, Beaumont, TX 77708.

 Born on December 2, 1945, in Beaumont, she was a lifelong member of the community, cherished by all who knew her. Gladys had a vibrant personality, finding joy in a multitude of interests. She graduated from Beaumont high school and was a longtime member of Calvary Baptist Church in Beaumont. Gladys had a deep love for arts and crafts, often expressing her creativity in beautiful projects that delighted her friends and family. A voracious reader, she relished the exploration of new stories and ideas. In her leisure time, she could often be found solving puzzles, playing Skip Bo with family, or embarking on adventures through travel, creating cherished memories along the way. Gladys considered her children and grandchildren her greatest accomplishments in life. Her life was marked by an unwavering spirit and a warm heart that left a lasting impact on those around her. She will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Hugh and Estelle Howard; her grandparents, Estelle and Henry Taquino; her aunt, Beulah Arena and husband Joe; and her sister, Joyce Ann Byars

She is survived by her daughter, Kelly Gonzales and husband Mike; her sons, Wayne Roebuck and wife Heidi, and Cory Joseph Howard Crenshaw; her grandchildren, Blaine Gonzales, and Chloe Gonzales; her cousin, Jo Ellen Andrews and husband Jess; her best friends, Cathy and John Richmond; and numerous family and friends.

 The family would like to extend a special thank you to Harbor Hospice for all their wonderful care and support.