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Wickham, Gladys M.

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Gladys M. Wickham, 82, most recently resided in Macedon, NY but was a long time resident of Penfield, NY. Gladys passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 17, 2024 as a result of complications of Brain Atrophy Syndrome/Dementia.

She is predeceased by her parents J. Wesley and Lois Marr, and brother Robert Marr. Survived by her partner of 37 years Kim Darling and her special canine companion Abbie. Niece Rosann (Rosie) Carioti-Darling, close friends Ann McCrossen, Deb Frank, Carol Carioti, Fred and Toni Darling.

Gladys was a Physical Education teacher and coach in the Fairport Central School District for 35 years and in the Irondequoit Central School District prior to that. She is also survived by many colleagues, students and friends whose lives she touched.

There will be no calling hours. Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Lollipop Farm Humane Society of Greater Rochester, 99 Victor Rd. Fairport, NY 14450 or Rochester Regional Health Hospice Care, 330 Monroe Ave. , Rochester, NY 14607

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13 responses to “Wickham, Gladys M.”

  1. Jane Madison Avatar
    Jane Madison

    Rest in peace Gladys. You were such a sweat woman. I loved when you visited the flower shop to say hi! You were always fun to talk to. You will be greatly missed 😢

  2. Cheryl Bray Avatar
    Cheryl Bray

    Gladys you will be missed dearly. She lived just down the road from me when I was growing up and would wave to me everyday as I waited for my bus. She was my gym teacher, coach and life long dear friend. May you rest peacefully and watch over Kim. My thoughts and prayers are with you and with Kim. May God Bless you and hold you in his loving arms. 🙏

  3. Susan Reedy Avatar
    Susan Reedy

    My dear Kim. You have been the joy of Glady’s life. May your lifelong, happy memories of your lives together warm you. We will donate to Lollipop in memory of Gladys and Abbie.

  4. Toni and Fred Darling Avatar
    Toni and Fred Darling

    All most fifty years ago you was the beginning of Kim’s Volleyball career. Four years later you began part of our family. We will miss you very much. God bless you and enjoy your new journey pain free? RIP Gladlys

  5. Chic and Bev Taber Avatar
    Chic and Bev Taber

    I always felt that Gladys was a friend.Wealways looked for her when we drove down Sweets Corner road to Harris road where she lived. She will be missed.

  6. Nancy and Nick Ruggieri (Purdy) Avatar
    Nancy and Nick Ruggieri (Purdy)

    Gladys my teacher, my synchronized swimming coach, my colleague, the love we shared for our Labradors! Our good friend Nick and I always enjoyed yours and Kim’s visits. With heavy heart we’ll say goodbye, you’ll be greatly missed by so many. May God bless and keep you in his loving care, and give Kim the strength to carry on with the great memories you made together. (lol do you know how hard it was for me to stop calling you Ms Wickham and call you Gladys)
    Rest in peace Gladys till we meet again.

  7. Scott, Laura, Emma, Lily, and Shelby Barstow Avatar
    Scott, Laura, Emma, Lily, and Shelby Barstow

    We are all so sorry about your loss, Kim. The girls, Scott and I want you to know that we
    are thinking about you and hope you find comfort in the memories you have created with Gladys.

  8. Deb Vangellow Avatar
    Deb Vangellow

    So sorry to learn of Gladys’ passing. She was such a wonderful person and a terrific Physical Educator. She will be missed.

  9. Jodi Schmeelk Avatar
    Jodi Schmeelk

    I totally enjoyed my 20+ years of working in the same office with Gladys at Fairport High School. There was never a dull moment, and she was our voice of reason. she was a dedicated teacher and coach. I know she is at peace. Much love to Kim and family.

  10. Sharon Sparling (Along) Avatar
    Sharon Sparling (Along)

    I was glad to have worked with Gladys as a physical education teacher in Fairport and at the high school. She was a dedicated and caring teacher. When I first met her, we found we had grown up in Delaware county in towns not far each other and we remarked what a small world it was.

    Kim, my thoughts go out to you. Hold the memories you have with Gladys close.

  11. Beth Reinhardt Avatar
    Beth Reinhardt

    What a special person, Gladys was! Her heart was wide open. She gave of her complete self in everything she did. Gladys was an excellent educator. Our students derived much from their relationships with her. It was a joy to be Gladys’ colleague and neighbor. Kim, sending love and prayers to you.

  12. Welda Bader Avatar
    Welda Bader

    I remember being on a Fairport teacher soft ball team with Gladys. She had a special talent to help us win and to encourage all of us. I remember the special times we had when I visited her in the Penfield home. Kim, you have been such a great friend to Gladys. Blessings to you in your grief.

  13. Jim & Lynne Allis Avatar
    Jim & Lynne Allis

    We remember when we moved onto Sweets Corners 25yrs ago and Gladys was the first to welcome us to the neighborhood.
    We shared dogs together…a social time for the 4 of us as well as a social time for Amber, Katie, and Cammi.
    Jim & I could not have asked for better neighbors. Gladys will be missed a lot. R.I.P. Gladys.
    Kim you know we are here for you. Just call if u need us.
    ♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏🙏