Glenda Sue Henry Bordeaux, a 58-year-old woman from Carolina Beach, North Carolina, tragically passed away on April 1, 2014. She was affectionately known as "Nana" by her family and friends. Glenda was a beloved sister, daughter, and grandmother who enjoyed gardening, painting, and writing. Her life was marked by her love and compassion for others, and she was deeply missed by her family and community.
The circumstances surrounding Glenda's death were quite tragic.
On the morning of April 1, 2014, she was visiting her sister, Joyce Henry Goldberg, at her apartment in Carolina Beach. After taking her sister's dog for a walk, Glenda returned to find the door locked. She rang the doorbell, and when Joyce opened the door, she shot Glenda in the chest with a gun. Joyce's husband, who was present at the scene, called 911 and attempted to perform CPR on Glenda, but she did not survive.
Joyce Henry Goldberg, who was 56 years old at the time, was initially charged with second-degree murder. However, she later entered a guilty plea to involuntary manslaughter. The court determined that Joyce was suffering from a psychiatric disorder and had taken new medication the night before the incident. As part of her plea agreement, the second-degree murder charge was dismissed, and Joyce was sentenced to 64 to 89 months in prison.
The case highlighted the complexities of mental health issues and their impact on criminal behavior. Joyce's defense argued that she was not in control of her actions due to her mental state. Ultimately, the court's decision took into account her mental health condition and the circumstances leading up to the tragic event.
Glenda's death left a lasting impact on her family and friends, who remembered her for her kindness and generosity. Her memory continues to live on through the love and support of those who knew her.
