Glenda Jean Laney

Glenda Jean Heady Laney, 79, of Decatur, Texas, was born September 2, 1947, to Ray Emerson Heady and Daisy Katherine McGill Heady in Fort Worth, Texas. She was a graduate of Castleberry High School in 1965. She went on to marry the love of her life, Travis Alan Laney, on June 24, 1966, sharing 60 years of marriage and devotion. Glenda spent her life as a dedicated wife and an incredible mother, always centering her heart on her family and her faith. Deeply devoted to Jesus, her relationship with Christ shone brightly through her love of music. Whether singing in family gospel groups or leading others in praise as part of church worship teams, her voice was a beautiful testament to her faith. She also found great peace and joy in tending to her garden, nurturing growth and beauty. Professionally, she poured 30 years of care into her work as an administrative assistant, serving at Minors Landscape Services and later at the TCU Neeley School of Business, from which she retired.

She is preceded in death by her father and mother, Ray and Daisy Heady, and her sister Cynthia Heady Love. She is survived by her husband of 60 years Travis Alan Laney, daughter Caron Beck and husband Alex, son Christopher Alan Laney, and wife, Kelly and son, Bruce Carr Laney and wife Jennifer. Grandchildren Braiden Beck, Brody Beck and wife Emily, Madeline Smith, Campbell Laney, Paris Laney, Emmory Laney, Porter Laney and Truitt Laney. Sisters Darlene Franklin, Carolyn Williams, Marilyn Hanna, and brother Duane Heady, along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.