Gladys Isabel Van der Voort Long

LONG, Gladys Isabel (neé Van der Voort) – Passed away quietly, at the age of 92, at PRHC on May 2, 2012. Born in Belleville of U.E.L. parents, raised in Oshawa, she came to Peterborough with husband Arthur Long to build a new life. They joined George Street United Church and formed life-long friendships. Gladys lovingly raised her 3 children Darlene (Hans Wittwer), Cheryl (Fred Doyle) and David (Holly Rule). Sister of the late Eva Hadley, and Donald &Walter Van der Voort. Gladys is survived by four grandchildren: Craig, Stephanie, Valla and Erica, and two great-grandchildren: Skylar and Aurora. Gladys is also honorary step-great-great-grandmother “G.G.” to a family of 37 Wittwers. Her last few years were happily spent at Northminster Court and Applewood Manor. Our family wishes to thank Gladys’ caregivers for their kindness in her last few years. There will be no visitation, but friends are invited to meet with the family in Wright Hall of Northminster United Church (294 Sunset Blvd. Peterborough, K9H 5L3) on Thursday May 10, 2012 from 10-11 am, prior to a Memorial Service at 11 am. Reception to follow. Donations to the charity of your choice would be gratefully accepted. Online condolences may be made at www.comstockfuneralhome.com.