Helen Louise Gwinn's Obituary
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes, there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any pain for the former things are passed away. (Rev. 21:4)
Helen Louise Gwinn affectionately known as Patty, was born to the late Ethel Phillip sand Herbert Mackell. Patty was raised by her grandparents, Richard and Eva Phillips. She transitioned from this life on September 30, 2016, surrounded by her family. Patty attended the Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Her elementary education was achieved at Parole elementary School. Her Secondary education was at Wiley H. Bates High School, in Annapolis. After receiving her high school diploma, she attended and graduated from Anne Arundel Community College. Patty worked as a Cook at the Reeds Restaurant in Annapolis. Then she worked for Anne Arundel County Social Service in Annapolis for many years and she finished her career for the State of Maryland as an Transit Bus Driver. Patty joined Cecil United Methodist Church at an early age. She received her Christian training at Cecil Memorial United Methodist Church, where she was a loyal and faithful member until her illness prevented her attending service. She was a member of the Junior Choir, Senior Choir and the Celesta Choir, as well as a dedicated member of the Women’s Society. She attended all meetings and fulfilled her obligation until her health failed her. Patty loved and adored her all of her family. They were constant visitors. She loved to cook Sunday dinners for them when her health allowed. She also loved shopping, playing cards and traveling on Community trips to such as Atlantic City, Philadelphia and Coney Island.
Patty was preceded in death by a devoted friend, John Dorsey, Ethel Phillips, Herbert Makell, Richard, and Eva Phillips, Clifton Makell, Thomas Simms, Carolyn Makell, Margaret Smith and Georgianna Little. Patty leaves to cherish her memory, her daughter, Latanya Sellman (Oliver); five sisters: Stacey Mabel- Keya (Bola), Thelma Coleman (Wilbert), Phyllis Makell- Fields (Larry), Darlene Stephens (Ernest), four brothers: Leon Brown ( Doris), William Makell (Betty Jean), Lewis Makell (Carolyn), Gary Makell (Hester); Grandsons: Mortimes Sellers, Mortez Sellers, Orbray Sellers, Darnell Sellers, Clinton Sellers and Larone Sellman; two granddaughters: Monique Sellman and Lanay Sellers; twenty four great grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren, two God daughters, and a plethora of nieces, nephews and friends. She had five devoted friends, Roberta Poole, Anne Simms, Helen Largent, Anne Brewer and Jean Dorsey. Special devoted cousins: Albert Horsey, Tawana Avent, Alice Watkins, Elizabeth Watkins, Rachel Phelps and Charlene Watkins.
Mother
Mother if I could give you diamonds for each tear you cried for me, If I could give you sapphires for each truth you helped me see, If I could give you pearls for wisdom that you’ve shown, That would almost match the sparkle in your kind and loving eyes. But, I have no pearls or diamonds as I’m sure you’re well aware, So, I tried to give you gifts more precious; my devotion, my unconditional love, my care.
(Your Beloved Daughter, Latanya Sellman)
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