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David Brandon Gladney, son of Ursula T. Gladney and the late David Gladney, was born in Baltimore, Maryland, October 31, 1976, sharing the same birth date as his mother. He departed this life suddenly on September 2, 2019. David was a kind, affectionate young man who was a super star among his family and his friends. At an early age, David served the Lord as an Acolyte at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. David showed immense skill in all sorts of sports activities. He was an avid swimmer, football planner, martial artist and dancer. He enjoyed his friends and loved cracking jokes, taking immense joy in making people laugh. David attended school in Baltimore County, first attending elementary school at Woodbridge Elementary and finally graduating from Woodlawn High School in 1994. At Woodlawn High David was an extraordinary performer in a dance group along with friends Fendi and Eddie. David’s dance name was Jetta. Jetta’s group often danced in school performances where their dance pow wows wowed the crowd. He was the ultimate entertainer. During the summer months while in high school, David would take swimming lessons at the home of Marvin Thorpe. Recognizing his skill as a talented swimmer, Mr. Thorpe eventually hired him as a life guard. He worked at the swim camp for several summers. Following high school David attended Catonsville Community College where he studied psychology. He held many jobs throughout his career. He worked as a doorman at Factory 17, security guard at Torrent and VIP-Host at Power Plant Live. David’s reputation was solid and his employers held the utmost trust in him. To his friends and family David leaves this message: May your troubles be less and your blessings be more, and nothing but happiness come through your door: JETTA, aka MIKE LOWERY. David leaves to mourn: his mother, Ursula Gladney; a son, David Gladney; and a daughter, Kamryn Garris; an uncle, James Gladney (Ruth); two sisters, Bridget Gladney and Trina Carter; first cousins, Ericka Thomas, Gillyan Thomas, Tare Evans, Karen Gladney, Valerie Parker, David Parker, Michael Parker, Norma Parker, Yolanda Bean, Christina Gladney, Christopher Gladney, Nadine Bellot, and Guy Gladney; and a host of second cousins, relatives and devoted friends.

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David B. Gladney

October 31, 1976 - September 2, 2019