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Obituary For Dr. Gladys Jane McNeil

Dr. Gladys Jane McNeil passed away on February 20, 2024 at the age of 80 years old in Charlotte, NC. Her battle with serious medical conditions for numerous years continuously showed her resilience and will to move forward with the help of the LORD. Gladys was a warrior until the end.

Dr. McNeil was born to Enoch Chancy and Julia Bell Chancy on February 18, 1944. After graduating as class valedictorian from Finklea High School, she continued her education at South Carolina State University, Orangeburg where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She began her teaching career at North Myrtle Beach High School before moving to Loris High School for the rest of her 33 year teaching career as a biology teacher and then a special education teacher in Horry County. During that time, she obtained a Master of Education in Special Education as well as Counseling from the University of South Carolina, Columbia. Not only was Gladys active in public education, she was also very involved in her church as a Sunday School teacher, a missionary, a pianist, and a Bible study teacher to name a few roles. Gladys loved serving the LORD and learning more about HIM daily. One of her favorite TV shows was The WORD. This love led her to seek a higher level of learning at Blessed Hope Institute, Nichols from which she earned a Doctor of Christian Education at the age of 70. Most of her life Dr. McNeil was a faithful member of Prince Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Loris, SC. Upon moving to Huntersville, NC, she joined Greater Providence Baptist Church, Charlotte, NC for the duration of her life.

Gladys married Henry McNeil in 1965. During their almost 59 years of marriage, they welcomed four children into the family: Tonya Henderson (the late Rev. Wilfred), Dr. Karol McNeil-Horton (Scottie), Kurtis McNeil (Rehan), and Holli McNeil. She enjoyed being a mother but was truly excited to spend time with her grandchildren: Chancyriun Edward McNeil, Gore Vaughn, Darrick Horton, Sebastian Henderson, Akira Wilkins, Preshus Wilkins, Serenity Wilkins, Cicely McNeil and Clarissa McNeil. Her most delightful time after relocating to Huntersville, NC was spent getting to bond even more with her great grands: Nevaeh Horton, Darrick Horton, Aiden Vaughn, Nivay Vaughn, Chancyriun McNeil, Jr. and Charlotte McNeil.

Dr. McNeil was a giver who loved helping others. She truly believed that every person is here to serve and to be a blessing to others. Gladys firmly believed that giving and blessing leads to an abundance of blessings. She encouraged others to follow CHRIST by example and shared any and everything she learned that could help others. Gladys McNeil expected the same of her children who honored her by following her example. This was first evidenced to her by the way love was demonstrated in her home growing up. Although she was the only child born to her parents, Dr. McNeil did not experience life as an only child. Her family’s loving household became “home” to many children throughout her life who referred to each other as brother and sister.

Beyond the aforementioned, Dr. Gladys McNeil leaves behind a host of family members and friends who will miss her dearly.

Public Viewing will be held Friday, February 23, 2024 from the hours of 5pm until 7pm in the D.L. Grate Memorial Chapel

Funeral Services will be held 12:00pm Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Hills Chapel Baptist Church, Nichols SC with public viewing beginning at 11:00am prior to service. Burial in the Blanche Bodger Memorial Gardens.

The family is receiving friends at 581 West Dogwood Road, Loris, SC

United Funeral Home LLC of Loris, SC is assisting the McNeil family with final arrangements.

Guest Book

To the McNeil family, Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mom was a wonderful person and I feel honored to have known her.

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Our prayers and thoughts are with Mr.Cc McNeil and the family during this time of sorrow. David and Jackie Vaughn

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Sending our Deepest Condolences and Prayers of comfort from The Gilchrist Family. Love - Vergie, Tony Jr., & Jonathan

- Anthony Gilchrist

They who die in Jesus live a larger, fuller, nobler life, by the very cessation of care, change, strife, and struggle. Above all, they live a fuller, grander life, because they sleep in Jesus and are gathered into His embrace, and awake with Him, clothed with white robes, awaiting the adoption, to wit, the redemption of the body. - Bishop James McKinnon and family

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Deepest condolences and prayers to the families. Glenn and Katrina Reaves

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To the McNeil Family Our deepest condolences. Love you much Horton/Morrow Family Charlotte, NC

- Corinthians Watt

Mrs. McNeil, you were a mother figure, a listening ear and a strong shoulder to lean on for me when my mother passed away 2 years ago. I'll never forget you telling me "you still have a mother here looking after you." I held to that. You and Mr. Henry allowed me to feel those emotions when I had to be strong for others. Your love of family is real and endearing and our prayers, thoughts and support are extended to the entire McNeil Family. You are missed. Rest and sleep in peace sweet lady. Until we all gather again, Attorney Ezizze "Z' Foxworth

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A very nice lady I was happy to meet. My prayers are with all of you. Remember God cares and so do I.

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Tonya-I only had the pleasure of spending time with your mom on a few occasions over the years, but I know what a truly special person and mother "Mumzzy" has been. Her fierce love of family, education, and sharing the Word were ever present. You walk in her footsteps with generosity, dedication, perseverance and faith. Wishing you and your family peace and comfort. Kristen Shea

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To my McNeil family words can't express my deepest condolences but know this the lives touched by this awesome woman of God are infinite.She wrote my first acting monologue that launched my passion for acting and writing to this very day. Be encouraged that her life was one purposed by God and her immeasureable legacy lives on through her family and may God's peace keep each and everyone of you strong during this mourning season. Joy will come in the morning. Love you all!

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A very sweet lady helpful love her family and friends I'm so thankful I had chance to get under her wings over past 19 years I learned a lot she will be missed prayed for the family and all us

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We are praying for the family to get through this. God did not make a mistake. I look at this like an ambassador sent to a foreign country, who when the mission is over, is called home. That is what happened with my sister Gladys. - Deacon Earnest and Deaconess Daisy Chestnut, Aenon Missionary Baptist Church, Rochester, NY

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Thoughts and prayers for all the Family!! May God give you peace, comfort and strength in the difficult days ahead! Your loss is Heavens Gain!! Dale, Robin and Ranessa King

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Holli and family, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Cynthia "Tis"Jones

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Tonya and family, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Ms. Gloria. She was always such a sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all...🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

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Sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for you all.

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Sending my love and prayers to you (Ms. H. McNeil) and your family. Dr. Regina James

- Regina James

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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- Anthony Gilchrist