Gwendolyn Burnam's obituary , Passed away on April 21, 2025 in Mount Vernon, Illinois

Gwendolyn Burnam

August 19, 1952 - April 21, 2025 (72 years old)

Mount Vernon, Illinois

Gwendolyn Burnam's obituary , Passed away on April 21, 2025 in Mount Vernon, Illinois

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Hughey Funeral Home

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Gwendolyn Burnam

August 19, 1952 - April 21, 2025 (72 years old)

Mount Vernon, Illinois

Gwendolyn Burnam Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Gwendolyn Burnam (Mount Vernon, Illinois), born in Nashville, Tennessee, who passed away on April 21, 2025, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gwendolyn Burnam to pay them a last tribute.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Gwendolyn may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.

She was predeceased by: her husband Chris; and her sister Sue Perry. She is survived by: her sister Gaynelle Meyocks of Mount Vernon; her nieces, Sandy Binkley and Kristi Hastings of Mount Vernon; and her great-nephew Tyler Meyocks of Mount Vernon.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hughey Funeral Home



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