Brenda Boyd Gulliford - Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home

#1 from:

Amanda Barrett
Autry Technology Center - Enid, OK

Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 1:29 PM

My heart is saddened by the loss of Brenda. I work with Deryl at Autry. Deryl's love for Brenda is evident in the fact he always was sharing stories and thoughts about his lovely wife, Brenda. I never had the opportunity to met her but she sounded like a very neat lady. It is wonderful that part of her will live on in her poetry.
Again, my sympathy to the family of Brenda Gulliford. May the love she showed her family sustain them in memory for years to come!

#2 from:

Peggy (Bevis) Jamison
Richwood, Ohio

Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 1:37 PM

Dear Deryl,
I am saddened to hear of the passing of Brenda. Please know your are in my prayers, praying for strength and comfort for you.

In Christ's Love, Peggy & Ernie Jamison

#3 from:

Dave White
Marion , Ohio

Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 2:20 PM

I had the honor of serving as Brenda's principal at Glennwood Elementary School for 8 years. I am not one to rate teachers. However , in my 37 years in education , Brenda was one of the top 5 teachers I have ever known. I still live and work in the Marion community. I run into former students from Glenwood quite often. They are quick to share memories of special people that they meet while at Glenwood. Without exception, the name of Brenda Gulliford comes up. To Daryl and Brenda's family, her memory will live on in this community for years to come.
May God bless you,
Dave White

#4 from:

Kathy Newell

Wed, Dec 17, 2008 at 4:04 PM

Deryl,
This is your cousin Kathy.
I am so sorry and can't begin to imagine the pain you are feeling. I am glad you are coming home so your family can offer you love and support. I am looking forward to seeing you and only wish it was under different circumstances. You are in my prayers.
Love you,
Kathy

#5 from:

Misty (Carpenter) Ryan
Marion

Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 1:14 PM

Oh my gosh! I couldn't believe it when I saw this in the paper. Daryl, I am so sorry for your loss. My family will always remember the times we spent at your house in Marysville while my dad did remodeling work for you and Brenda. My sister, Amanada, and I had so much fun swimming, playing games, and laughing while we spent days there while dad worked. I remember Brenda from Glenwood, she was not my teacher, but she did teach my sister a few years after me. My sister adored her!

Our thoughts are with you during this unbelievably sad time.

#6 from:

Stephen L. Stuart, former Marion City Supt,
Ashland, Ohio

Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 4:08 PM

I am shocked and saddened to learn of Brenda's death. I remember
her as an outstanding teacher and a wonderful person. She was
an example excellence for many of her fellow teaching colleagues.

#7 from:

Donna Converse Lawrence
Bremen, OH

Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 6:18 PM

Dear Deryl, Cora Jane and Ed,
I was so sorry to learn of Brenda's passing. She was a brilliant young lady. I met her when we were both working at the Marion City Schools and admired her very much. Dick and I send you our love and our sympathy.

Dick and Donna Lawrence

#8 from:

Amanda (Lumpkins) Bishop
Marion Ohio

Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 7:23 PM

My thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs. Gulliford's family. Mrs. Gulliford was my 7th grade teacher and I just adored her. She made such a tough grade easy. I am shocked and saddened by her passing. May god comfort you all in this difficult time.

#9 from:

Karen Long
Marysville, Ohio

Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 10:13 PM

Deryl, Ron and I send our deepest sympathy at the death of Brenda. We have fond memories of the two of you when you worked at Memorial Hospital in Marysville. I always admired your devotion to Brenda.. it was obvious to those of us who worked with you. You will be in our prayers. May God ease the pain of your loss and give you peace. Lovingly, Karen

#10 from:

Marke & Denise (Gamble)Lyon
Marion,Ohio

Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 5:43 AM

Dear Deryl, Eddie & Cora Jane,
You have our deepest heartfelt sympathies. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. May God comfort you at this very sad time & give you peace.

#11 from:

John Evans
Naples Florida

Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 9:32 AM

Deryl Sorry to hear about Brenda's passing We remember the good times e had while you were in Marysville. We send our deepest sympathy John and Lorry Evans

#12 from:

Carol Tillman

Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 10:12 AM

Deryl,
I was surprised and saddened to read about Brenda's death. It sounds like you have had a very fulfilling life together. We just lost a 47 year old niece two weeks ago and, like Brenda, you wonder why God decides to take some people from us while they are still so young. May you find some peace and comfort in the coming months.
Carol Tillman
A former co-worker at MHUC and a always a friend

#13 from:

Michael Heimlich

Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 11:04 AM

Deryl,

Although we haven't seen each other in many years, I will always think of you and Brenda as great and dear friends. I have always admired the tremendous sense of loyalty and devotion that was evident in your love for Brenda. Although I know you will miss her greatly, be comforted by the knowledge that she loved you very deeply. My thoughts are with you.

Mike

#14 from:

Tammy (Oswald) Layne
Prospect

Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 2:53 PM

To all of Brenda's family. I was shocked and saddened to read of Brenda's passing in the Marion Star. I had not realized she was such an accomplished writer. I'd like to find a copy of her book for myself. She was always sweet and kind to everyone and this world was made a better place by her having been a part of it.
Sending my condolences to all who knew and loved her.

#15 from:

Jeanie (Williams) Kuhlen
Marion, Ohio

Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 4:52 PM

Sorry to hear about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I knew Mrs. Guliford when I went to Glenwood Elementary School. You are in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow.

#16 from:

Lacasa Taylor
Enid ok

Fri, Dec 19, 2008 at 5:25 PM

Gulli,
I am so sorry to hear about your wife. Although I never got the chance to meet her, your references of her gave us the impression that she is a great person. She will be missed greatly by all of your students. We love you and can't wait until you come back after the holidays. Take care of your self.
Love,
Lacasa

#17 from:

Terry (Glenn) Campbell
Marion

Sun, Dec 21, 2008 at 9:13 AM

Dear Deryl,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Brenda. It sounds like you two had a wonderful life together. Please know that my prayers and heartfelt sympathy is with you and all of the family.

Terry

#18 from:

Teresa (Curren) Kelly

Sun, Dec 21, 2008 at 11:55 AM

Deryl,
I usually am not a fan of sending online condolences, but I have prior commitments with my Winter Guard students.
I was very shocked and sad to see Brenda's passing. We had a lot of fun in middle school and early in our high school years.
Please know that you, your family and Brenda's family are in my prayers.
Teresa

#19 from:

Ginny Glenn
Santa Fe, NM

Sun, Dec 21, 2008 at 12:33 PM

Dear Darrell and Family,
I was so saddened to hear about Brenda. Words cannot express my feelings about this, but please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings, Ginny

#20 from:

Cheryl Oehler
Sun City, Arizona

Sun, Dec 21, 2008 at 4:24 PM

Dear Shary,
I was so sorry to read of Brenda's passing. Please know you are in my daily thoughts and prayers. Deryl, please know my sister, Kimberly, is thinking of you.

Cheryl Oehler

#21 from:

Bill & DiAnn McMillen
Plain City, OH

Mon, Dec 22, 2008 at 7:34 PM

Deryl, we were very surprised to hear the news. You have our deepest sympathy. I fondly remember the many get-togethers and the good food. God bless, Bill

#22 from:

Elaine and Fred Thieken

Tue, Dec 23, 2008 at 3:20 PM

As your aunt and uncle we are very deeply saddened by this loss to you and our family.

You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

We Love You,

Aunt Elaine and Uncle Fred

#23 from:

Kathy Haynes
Hugoton ks

Tue, Jan 6, 2009 at 5:16 PM

Deryl, I was so shocked to hear of Brendas death. I want you to know how sad we are for you. I have you in our prayers. Please keep in touch.
Kathy