Gladys Dailey
Gladys A. Dailey, beloved mother and grandmother, age 94, of Mandan, died June 18, 2012 at Medcenter One Hospital in Bismarck.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, June 22, 2012 at the First Presbyterian Church in Mandan with the Reverend Deanna Reikow officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Thursday, June 21, 2012 at the Buehler-Larson Funeral Home in Mandan where a prayer service will begin at 6:30 PM. There will be no visitation at the church. Burial will be in Mandan Union Cemetery.
Gladys Malmin was born on December 23, 1917 in Hannaford, ND delivered by her father during a snow storm. The daughter of Gabriel and Anna (Lee) Malmin, she graduated from Hannaford High School and attended Jamestown College. Following high school, Gladys worked for several summers at a resort in Tofte, Minnesota, located on the beautiful north shore of Lake Superior. Gladys was a free spirit who traveled the USA with her girlfriends from North Dakota to California.
She married Byron T. Dailey on October 25, 1945. They made their home in Hannaford until 1957, when they moved to Mandan. Widowed in May of 1960, Gladys was left with five children to raise, ranging in age from 10 months to 13 years. Gladys’ greatest asset was a positive attitude which made many things possible for her, including being both mother and father to her children. She carried on bravely following Byron’s death, running an organized and loving home and never feeling sorry for herself. Her children and grandchildren were always her focus in life and the beneficiaries of her unconditional love. As the children and grandchildren married, their spouses were included as well. Gladys treasured her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved spending time with them and especially loved reading to them. She also substitute taught for several years in Mandan.
Gladys leaves her legacy of love to her daughters, Rita Kopp and Renee (Dan) Ulmer, both of Mandan and Rosemary (John) Swanson of Auburn, Washington; her sons, Tom Dailey of Mandan and John (Sue) Dailey of Columbia, Illinois; eight grandchildren, Kara Kopp and her fiancée, Greg Rise, Michelle (Greg) DeMent, Melanie (Matt) Young, Melissa (Rod) Burklund, Ben Ulmer, Abe (Jacque) Ulmer, and Shawn and Sara Dailey; nine great-grandchildren; and her sister, Agnes (Gary) Pomeroy of Seattle, Washington.
Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, Byron; her parents; her son-in-law, Clint Kopp who died in 2009; her brothers, George and Arthur; and a grandson, Sean Ulmer.
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by Kay Baxstrom
On June 20, 2012
We feel a deep loss with the passing of Aunt Gladys. She was such a cheerful, caring person. She was an inspiration and we feel blessed for having known her. As a child, I always enjoyed our visits to North Dakota to see Aunt Gladys and the cousins. She was welcoming and easy to be around. She made you feel special, because she was special. As an adult, I still felt joy at seeing her and really began to appreciate what a wonderful person she was, in spite of the hardships and challenges life had thrown at her. She lived a full live. For that we are grateful, but we will still miss her.
Our prayers and love are with the family. Embrace the memories and find peace and joy in knowing what a special person your mom, grandmother, great grandmother was.
Our love,
Kay and Gene Baxstrom
by Shawn Makelke
On June 21, 2012
Tom, very sorry to read about your Mom. I will keep her and your family in my prayers.
by Cory and Kirsti Kopp
On June 21, 2012
Dear Rita, Kara and Greg,
We are so sorry for your loss. Gladys was such a sweet lady. We so enjoyed meeting her and can see her beauty and kind heart in Rita and Kara. Thinking of you and sending our love,
Cory, Kirsti, Ani and Kellen Kopp
by Denny Ulmer
On June 21, 2012
Renee & Family: Know that Kathy & I have all of you in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. Gladys was a remarkable Women. Always enjoyed visiting with her when we traveled out west to see everyone.
Love,
Denny & Kathy Ulmer
Park Rapids, Minnesota
by Bill & Sandie Kopp
On June 21, 2012
Rita & Kara;
So sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. Gladys was a very unique individual and I’m sure she will be missed by everyone that knew her. I know Clint truly loved his mother-in-law. Sorry we couldn’t make the service. You all are in our thoughts.
Bill & Sandie Kopp
by Jenny Jorde & Family
On June 21, 2012
Dear Family,
So sorry for your loss.
I remember coming to Manda to visit and meeting your mom on a few occasions. She was so pretty, and nice. Our thoughts are with you as you get her “tucked in” as we say. Hugs and love surround you from our part of the world.
Love,
Jenny, Bruce, Jessica and Olivia
Beljordes
by Gene & Vickie Schmidt
On June 21, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of your loss and will keep your family in our prayers. It sounds like God got a very special angel in Gladys.
by Patti Maher
On June 21, 2012
Gladys Dailey was so special and a wonderful lady. I witnessed the unconditional love that she had for her family, as well as the smile that she always had for everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with her family … especially my dear friend Renee.
by SANDRA DAVISON
On June 22, 2012
RENEE; YOUR MOTHER WAS SURE A GOD SEND. HER LEGACY IS INSTILLED IN YOU AND MAY YOU CHERISH THE MEMORIES OF A GREAT LADY. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
SANDI
by Arlene Johnson
On June 22, 2012
Sorry to hear about your beloved mom. Cherish the memories you made. I enjoyed visiting with your mom when she came out to see Rosemary and family. She was a very lovely woman. My thoughts are with you.