Dolores T. "Dee" Glade

Born on August 9, 1930, in Bayonne, New Jersey, Dolores lived a life filled with love, faith, and service. In 1950, she married John Joseph Glade while he was stationed in Texas during the Korean War. Together, they built a family rooted in strength, devotion, and compassion.

She is survived by her five children: Michael (Zita), John "Jack" (Christine), Virginia Richardson (Lawrence), Kenneth (Maryann), and Peter (Briana); her seven grandchildren: Joanne, Rusty, Sandy, Nicole Goskowski (Darren), Alyssa, Christopher, and Will; and her four great-grandchildren: Tyler and Kaden (sons of Joanne) and Benjamin and Colin (sons of Nicole). She is also survived by her beloved sister, Mary Ann Pennypacker. She was predeceased by her brother, Robert Birkner.

Over the decades, Dee called many places home—New Jersey, Texas, New Jersey, Michigan, New York, West Virginia, Florida, and finally New Jersey again, where she spent her final days. No matter where she lived, she brought warmth and grace with her.

Dolores was a devoted Roman Catholic and lifelong volunteer, giving her time generously to church and hospital ministries. She served on the Board of the St. Petersburg Diocesan Council of Catholic Women and as president of the women’s club at Our Lady of Grace Church in Beverly Hills, Florida. She also worked outside the home at Howland’s department store in Suffern, NY, and in several banks in Charleston, WV.

A talented seamstress, quilter, and knitter, Dolores lovingly crafted christening gowns and handmade gifts that will be treasured for generations. She was an avid student of World War II history and embraced modern technology with enthusiasm—engaging with family on Facebook, reading on her Kindle, and navigating her smartphone with ease.

Dolores was the heart and hub of her far-flung family, keeping loved ones connected from Hawaii to Washington, Vermont, New Jersey, and Virginia. Her warmth, generosity, and faith-filled spirit touched countless lives.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Family and friends will be received on Friday, June 20, 2025 from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM at Fero Funeral Home and Life Celebration Center, Beverly Hills, Florida. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady Of Grace Catholic Church, Beverly Hills, Florida on Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM with Fr. Erwin Beligica, Celebrant. Catholic Rite of Committal and Burial will follow at Fero Memorial Gardens, Beverly Hills.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Habitat for Humanity of Citrus County at habitatcc.org