Gloria Jean Tate
May 2, 1949 — February 24, 2017
Gloria J. Tate
May 2, 1949 February 24, 2017
Gloria Jean Tate, 67, Williamsburg, was called home Friday morning at UPMC Altoona, after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late Kenneth R. Showalter Sr. and Marian E. (Guerin) Showalter-Walls of Williamsburg. Gloria was previously married to Barry D. Tate.
Surviving are 3 daughters: Rebel S. Walter (Christopher), Shane M. James (Daniel) and Kendra D. Brubaker (Shawn) all of Williamsburg; 11 grandchildren: Kelsie, Kyler, Trey, Kaydi, Camryn, Lindsey, Alex, Ashley, Justin, Evan and Karsyn; 2 great-grandchildren: Ryker and Kassidy; 2 sisters: Wanda Loose of Williamsburg and Colleen "Kelly" Nunamaker of Imler; 2 brothers: Kenneth Jr. of Williamsburg and Tim of Clearfield; and a close friend, Robert "Spanky" Clapper.
She was preceded in death by an infant brother and a sister Diane Hoffman.
Gloria was a 1967 graduate of Williamsburg High School and also received her beautician certification from the Altoona Beauty School.
She was longtime, faithful member of Williamsburg United Methodist Church. Gloria retired as a packer from Westvaco, Williamsburg with over 25years of service. She also worked as a teacher’s aide for Blair County Head Start.
Gloria was a lifetime supporter and fan of all Blue Pirate Sports and also enjoyed spending time at Raystown Lake with her companion, Donald Dolbin. But most of all she took great pride in her family, especially her grandchildren.
Friends will be received from 5-8pm, Monday, February 27, 2017 at John K. Bolger Funeral Home Inc., Williamsburg. A funeral service will be held at 11am, Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Williamsburg United Methodist Church, Pastor Heather A. Wurst officiating.
The family prefers memorial contributions be given to Williamsburg United Methodist Church, 431 W. Second St., Williamsburg, PA 16693.
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