Deltona, FL died on April 13, 2012. She was predeceased by her daughter Susan Braceland and grandson Russell. Gladys is survived by her loving husband of 61 years salvatore "Sal"; son Dennis Rizza; daughter Diana Thomas; 7 grandchildren, Cheri, Brian, James Jr., Shane, Caroline, Deanna and William; great grandchildren, Zachary, Madison and Cameron; sister Jean Knowlton; nieces and nephews.
Visitation for family and friends will be Monday April 16th 10 AM to 11 AM at Deltona Memorial Funeral Home where funeral services will follow at 11 AM. Father David Gillis from St. Ann's Catholic Church Officiating. Burial will be 2 PM at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell.