Heaven has welcomed a beautiful angel. Our beloved “Gwen” passed away at the age of 66 on May 1, 2019 in the arms of her loving husband of 47 years, John “Johnny” Thombleson. She was a lifelong resident of Jacksonville and graduated from Englewood High School. She enjoyed being a part of the Southside Middle School family as a Data Entry Clerk. Gwen was preceded in death by her parents, Edgar and Oleta Smith. She is survived by her sister, Linda Tillkers, her brothers Doug Smith and Wayne Smith, along with numerous family and friends. She was loved by many and will be deeply missed. For service information please contact family members.