Gwendolyn (Bridges) Needham (1906 - 1988)

Born 14 Aug 1906 in Altus, Franklin, Arkansas, United States

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Died 20 Oct 1988 at age 82 in Los Angeles, California, United States

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Biography

Gwendolyn Bridges, a remarkable woman with a captivating spirit, was born on August 14, 1906, in the serene town of Altus, nestled in Franklin County, Arkansas. She was the beloved daughter of Joseph Manning Bridges and Jeffa Alice Morrison Bridges, who nurtured her with love and guidance.

In 1910 and 1920, Gwendolyn's family had settled in Colton, San Bernardino County, California, where she experienced the joys of a thriving community and the warmth of family life. As she grew older, Gwendolyn's love for education and justice blossomed, leading her to embrace a career in law. By 1930, she had established her residence on Earl Street in San Gabriel, Los Angeles County, California.

In 1935, Gwendolyn's adventurous spirit took her to Berkeley, Alameda County, California, where she continued to explore new opportunities and challenges. By 1940, she had relocated to South Putah Creek Street in Putah, Yolo County, California, where she embraced her passion for education, working as a school teacher. Her commitment to fostering young minds left a lasting impact on those she taught.

As the years passed, Gwendolyn settled in La Crescenta, Los Angeles County, California, which became her last known residence before her passing. On October 20, 1988, she bid farewell to the world, leaving behind a legacy of education, justice, and a life well-lived. Gwendolyn Bridges was laid to rest at Rose Hills Memorial Park in Whittier, Los Angeles County, California, surrounded by the beauty of nature she cherished.

Throughout her life, Gwendolyn touched the lives of many with her compassion, wisdom, and dedication to her passions. Her memory lives on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her, and her impact on her community and the education system will be remembered for generations to come.

Sources

• 1910 United States Federal Census: Year: 1910; Census Place: Colton, San Bernardino, California; Roll: T624_93; Page: 22b; Enumeration District: 0094; FHL microfilm: 1374106 Ancestry Record 7884 #195562561
• 1920 United States Federal Census: Year: 1920; Census Place: Colton, San Bernardino, California; Roll: T625_128; Page: 9A; Enumeration District: 151 Ancestry Record 6061 #81946151
• 1930 United States Federal Census: Year: 1930; Census Place: San Gabriel, Los Angeles, California; Page: 1B; Enumeration District: 1436; FHL microfilm: 2339908 Ancestry Record 6224 #91123882
• 1940 United States Federal Census: Year: 1940; Census Place: Putah, Yolo, California; Roll: m-t0627-00366; Page: 1B; Enumeration District: 57-14 Ancestry Record 2442 #72654146
• California, U.S., Death Index, 1940-1997: Place: Los Angeles; Date: 20 Oct 1988; Social Security: 558660439 Ancestry Record 5180 #5296011
• U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007: Ancestry.com. U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2015. Original data: Social Security Applications and Claims, 1936-2007. Ancestry Record 60901 #812920623
• U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014: Social Security Administration; Washington D.C., USA; Social Security Death Index, Master File Ancestry Record 3693 #44895643
• Burial: Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/120744501/gwendolyn-needham: accessed 24 July 2023), memorial page for Gwendolyn Bridges Needham (14 Aug 1906–20 Oct 1988), Find A Grave: Memorial #120744501, citing Rose Hills Memorial Park, Whittier, Los Angeles County, California, USA; Maintained by Burt (contributor 46867609).