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Gwendolyn Whitehead

08/13/1946 - 04/29/2023

Obituary For Gwendolyn Whitehead

Celebration of life services for Gwendolyn "Gwen" Lolita Whitehead of Atlanta, Georgia, will be May 6, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 2685 Barge Road, S.W.,Atlanta, GA 30331 Rev. Frank Cornelius Brown, officiating. She will be lovingly remembered by her Daughter, Torrieona Denise Everhart; grand-daughter-dog, Paris Mishon London, two sisters, Rebecca & Vivian, God-Sisters, Diane (Gus) Steverson Roberson (Twin from birth), Alma Willis-Dawson, & children, Isaiah Willis and Aniyah Dawson, Shirley Barnes, Dr. Larita Primrose & family, Tremayne Jones, Melgenia Reid, Dr. Conte Terrell, God Sons, Stephen Barnes, Lavontay Brightwell, Lamont Downing, Marquez Hall, God- Daughters, Kendall Green, Kaleah Guithrie, Markala Hall, Justice Jones, Tashavious & Jasmine, Brother-In Christ, Juan Hendrix, Parents-In-Christ, Rudolph & Dorothy T. Swann, Aunt -in-Christ, Doris T. Stroud, Godmother-in-Christ, Mary Morgan, Mother-In Christ, Connie Walton, Spiritual Mother/Sister/Friend in Christ & in love, Mother Joyce Hayes Baity. Nieces, Vickie (Larry) Watkins & Family(Los Angeles, California) Tia Morris & children & grandchildren, Pequitta (Alvin) Clark, Kim Scott, (Illinois) Tarkiyah, Sara, David & Isaiah Melton & children, Charity Lewis & children & grandchildren, Scherasade (Octavious) Wynn Hose & daughter Andrea, three nephews, Ruben Everhart III & family (Missouri), Arthur Morris Jr. (Denise) & children & grandchildren, Eddie Wynn Jr. & children, Special Cousins & their family members, Wilson (Mildred) Whitehead, children and grandchildren of the late Helen & Godfrey Finch Sr., John Calvin (Levoria) Whitehead & Family, Tatnai Whitehead, Robert (Sherian) Cooper, Gloria Dean (Wiley) Hines, Brenda Moore, Charlotte (Langston) Atkins, Christi Moore (Tolen) Pace, Aunt Christine (Blit) & Family, Washington D.C., Patricia Brown, Dr. Donya Sartor & son Jordan, Jasmine Brodie, Karen, Cynthia, Beverly, Deborah Blackmon, Prayer Partners, and a host of other God-Children, other cousins, relatives, friends, Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church Family, Mt. Zion Second Baptist Church Family, Greater Glory Ministries, 1964 class of David T. Howard High School, 1956 Class of Henry McNeal Turner High School, Henry McNeal Turner National Alumni Association, Inc. Special Family in Christ & in Love, Mr. & Mrs. Lacey & Rebecca Dashiell Mitchell & family, Master Isaac Anthony Russell, Rev. & Mrs. Frank Cornelius Brown (Linda) and children. Gwen's request was in lieu of flowers; please make a donation to the Scholarship fund of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, 2685 Barge Road, S.W., Atlanta, Georgia 30331, in her memory.

Goolsby Mortuary 1375 Jonesboro Road, S.E.

Atlanta, Georgia 30315

404-588-0128



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Your mother was very kind and loving to my kid marquez and markala my most memorable moment was all the gospel videos she sent me I can truly say she had a big impact on me

Torrieona your mom was so loving and kind to my two children Marquez and Markala she took them under her wing like their were own I my most special memory of is all gospel videos she would to send me and always encourage me stay strong and I love Angela

I will truly miss Gwen she was mine and my sisters first baby sitter, and my Morning inspirational text,when I got grown .. she showed us a lot of exciting and fun things as children.... Torrieona my prayers are going up for you and the family...I love y'all ...we are ALL FAMILY...IT'S THE ONLY WAY GWEN WOULD HAVE IT ❀..

Torrieona , I am sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Kendall and Shay sending our condolences to you and the family. We love you 🩷Auntie Gwen we love you thanks for being a part of our life🩷

TorreΓ³n,sending our condolences to you and the family. We will truly miss Gwen she was a special woman.We shared many good memories of our childhood days at Mt.Zion growing up.RIP my friend πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½β€οΈ Sandra

TorreΓ³n,sending our condolences to you and the family. We will truly miss Gwen she was a special woman.We shared many good memories of our childhood days at Mt.Zion growing up.RIP my friend πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½β€οΈ Sandra

With Deepest Sympathy.

Claudia and family

With Deepest Sympathy.

Claudia and family

Torrieona, I am so sorry for your loss. I thank God for you calling me to say hello to Gwen one more time. I pray that God will give you strength. Love you.

Torrieona, I am so sorry to hear about your mother passing. I will truly miss my favorite friend. Pam and I would like to express our sincere condolences to you and the family for your loss. Remember that there is no pain on earth that heaven can't heal.

Torrie, my deepest condolences to you and your family. I love you always and forever will be by your side. πŸ™πŸΎπŸ–€πŸ©΅πŸ©΅πŸ©΅ -Guacamole By Freddie

Torrieona, Pequitta, and family sending condolences and prayers for comfort. When I think of Gwen, I smile because of her funny and loving spirit. It was indeed a joy and learning experience to be in her presence. Gwen will be missed.-Denise

Torrieano I am so sorry for your loss. Celina just told me. Gwen is now in a better place where she can now rest in Heaven with her Father. πŸ™πŸ½πŸ•ŠπŸ•ŠπŸ™πŸ½. Juliette, Celina, Jazz.

Torrieona I am so sorry for your loss. Celina just text and told me. May Gwen Rest In Peace for she can now rest with her Father in Heaven. πŸ™πŸ½πŸ•ŠπŸ•ŠπŸ™πŸ½ Amen

Torrieona, family, and friends, sending sincere condolences, lots of love, and prayers to you. Mrs. Whitehead was loved and special to me and my family, especially to my son. I feel blessed and honored that God brought us together. Her unconditional love and encouragement was such a blessing to me and so many others.

- Dana

Torrieona, Alma and Pequitta and family I will truly missed Gwen she was loved by so many people her thoughtfulness big heart and loving spirit and less not forget her long text 😁you all have my deepest condolences and prayers her favorite Hairstylist Karen Lyons love y'all πŸ’

Torrieona, Alma and Pequitta and family I will truly missed Gwen she was loved by so many people her thoughtfulness big heart and loving spirit and less not forget her long text 😁you all have my deepest condolences and prayers her favorite Hairstylist Karen Lyons love y'all πŸ’

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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