Mrs. Gladys Combre
April 8, 1937 – December 19, 2024
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved grandmother, a woman of grace, warmth, and elegance, who touched the lives of many. Born in Brookhaven, Mississippi, daughter of the late Hosea Corley and Ethel Murray, she moved to Huntsville, Alabama, by way of Hurricane Katrina, where she planted roots and became an integral part of the community.
She is survived by her four cherished grandchildren: Lisa Robinson, Lucien Combre 3rd, Nicholas Combre, and Natasha Combre; three cherished great-grandchildren: Sebastian, Aleria, and London Combre; and a bonus Mom to a host of nieces, nephews, as well as many of her family members and friends, for whom she had great love.
A devoted wife to the late Lucien Combre Sr. and mother to the late Lucien Combre Jr., she was an active member of her church community. She served as the president of the stewardess board, was instrumental in the founding of the Woman Made Whole Ministry, and chaired the Sick and Shut-In Committee. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love will be remembered by all who knew her. She had a remarkable ability to make everyone feel special and cared for, and her stylish presence and sassy but sweet demeanor left a lasting impression on everyone she met.
Though she is no longer with us, her spirit and legacy will live on in our hearts forever. She is gone but will never be forgotten.
Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 2, 2025 at the Phillips Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (2185 Winchester Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810) with Pastor Gregory Scott officiating. Interment will be in the Chattanooga National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. EST. Mrs. Combre will lie in repose one hour prior to funeral time.
The Combre family will receive guests from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., Thursday, January 2, 2025 at the Phillips Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (2185 Winchester Rd NW, Huntsville, AL 35810).
Public viewing will be held from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at the Royal Funeral Home.
