Gladys Couch

Gladys Couch

81, of Dayton, went Home to be with the Lord, Sunday, February 16, 2025.

She was born December 16, 1943, in Hyden Kentucky, to the late Arnold and Polly J. (Pennington) Smith

In addition to her parents, Gladys was preceded in death by her husband, Roy “Buckle” Couch; sisters, Jenny Smith and Anna Lee Beatty; and brother, Clayton Smith.

She is survived by her children Brenda (Joe) Guerra, Roger (Jeanette) Couch, Larry (Katherine) Couch, and Patricia (Todd) Good; grandchildren, Brittany Snider, Joshua Guerra, Chelsea Guerra, Andrew Couch, Casey Couch, Miranda Shepard, Matthew Couch, Jaycob Couch, Stephen Couch, Dayvid Couch, Jordyn Couch, Larry Adam Couch, Thomas Couch, Shelby Moore, and Jordan Good: great grandchildren Mason Snider, Avery Snider, Noah Snider, Cameron Couch, Makenna Couch, Alex Shepard, Kinlee Shepard, Hudson Shepard, Cash Shepard, AJ Couch, Jayda Couch, Amelia Guerra, Dawson Guerra, Layla Guerra, Shaw Couch, Jonny Couch, and Andi Couch; and brothers, Mac and Doug Smith.

Gladys was a devoted preacher of the gospel for over 25 years at Open Door Pentecostal Church and anywhere the Lord led her. Whether standing behind a pulpit, visiting a neighbor, or sharing a kind word with a stranger, she never missed an opportunity to spread the love of Christ.

Gladys also found joy in lifting her voice in worship. Her love for music was only matched by her love for creating beauty with her hands. She spent countless hours crafting, quilting warm and comforting throws, and sewing intricate dresses for her cherished doll collection. Each stitch was woven with love, a reflection of the kindness and care she extended to everyone she met.

To know Gladys was to know warmth, faith, and unwavering kindness. Her presence filled every room with light, and her words carried wisdom and encouragement. Though she has left our earthly home, her legacy of love, faith, and compassion will live on in the hearts of those she touched.

A visitation will be held Thursday, February 20 from 12PM to 2PM at PREBLE MEMORY GARDENS FUNERAL CENTER, West Alexandria, with the funeral service beginning at 2PM. Gladys will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband, “Buckle.”