Joan W. Gloor

Joan W. Gloor, 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday morning, January 3rd, 2017. She resided at Pleasant View Retirement Community in Manheim, PA. She was surrounded by loved ones and family members in the days and hours prior to her passing.

Joan lived a rich, full and adventurous life. She travelled the world with her husband, Richard, who passed before her in 2006. They lived most of their lives in Pittsburgh, PA, where they raised their 3 children. She worked for and retired from Bell Telephone Company.

Joan had a deep love for her family and was a nurturing mother and devoted wife. She loved having family around her and enjoyed hosting wonderful get-togethers over holidays, vacations or at the slightest provocation. Her interests included dancing, playing cards, shopping, cooking and hosting tea parties. Joan was a classy lady and is fondly remembered for her gifts of selflessness, inclusiveness, and her ability to love freely.

She regularly attended Zion Lutheran Church, Manheim, PA. She is loved deeply by her 3 children, Richard (Suzanne) Gloor, Greg (Lois) Gloor, and Carol (Brian) Piersol; 5 granddaughters, Kathryn (Tad) Reeves, Kelly (Ryan) Gehman, Jessica (Hank) Waldheim, Kayleen (Chris) Bassler and Laura (Rob) Burkholder; and 10—soon to be 11—great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

The family would like to thank the professional staff of Pleasant View Retirement Community and Rehab Center for the outstanding care given to Joan.

Any donations in Joan Gloor’s memory should be made to Pleasant View Retirement Community.