Glenny Gerhard, 94, of Mission Viejo, California, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, November 12. She was born on September 27, 1930, at Redlands Hospital. Her family lived nearby in Mentone, CA. Glenny was the second of five children born to Thelma and Clifford Craig. She was their only daughter. Glenny’s older sibling was her brother, William. Her younger brothers were Charles, Rex, and Jimmie. Glenny’s mother, Thelma, died when Glenny was only 12 years old. Glenny had a younger half-sister, Kathleen, from her father’s second marriage.
Above all else, Glenny loved and was devoted to her family. She is survived by her sons David Gerhard (Karen) James Gerhard, and Clifford Gerhard. She also leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Glenny was pre-deceased by her brothers, her half-sister, her husband Frank, and oldest son Stephen Gerhard (Patty). A private graveside service for the immediate family will be held in December at Riverside National Cemetery. A celebration of Glenny’s life will be held at a date to be determined after the holidays.
