Gladys Martin Toms Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Gladys Martin Toms of Bedford, Virginia, who passed away on May 27, 2025. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James Stuckey and Martha Layne Stuckey; and her daughter-in-law Gayle Toms. She is survived by: her husband Ray L. Toms; and her children, Billy Toms, Dale Toms (Debbie), Kent Toms (Kathleen), Ronnie Toms (Debbie) and Lisa Eubanks (James). She is also survived by 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces & nephews.

In lieu of flowers the family request donations to be made to Hickory Grove Community Church, 2607 Triggs Road, Bedford, VA 24523.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Updike Funeral Home Inc

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May 30

Visitation

Updike Funeral Home & Cremation Service
1140 W Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Bedford, VA 24523

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May 30

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Updike Funeral Chapel
1140 W Lynchburg Salem Turnpike, Bedford, VA 24523

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May 30

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Suck Springs Baptist Church Cemetery
3887 Jopling Rd, Bedford, VA 24523

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