Peacefully with her family by her side at Ritz Lutheran Villa, Mitchell on Saturday, August 6, 2022 of Seaforth at the age of 81. Born in Seaforth, Gloria was the daughter of Lorne and Evelyn Carter. Beloved wife of Ronald Riley whom she married on February 2, 1963. Loving mother of Glenda and Stephen Blair, and Brian and Sharryl Riley. Cherished grandma of Carly Simpson (Jeremy), Connor Blair (Bianca Bantoto), Katelyn Riley, Melissa Riley (Mike Dube), and Olivia Riley. Dear sister of Donald Carter (Carol). Fondly remembered by her nieces, Joanne, Janice, and Julie and her nephew Brad.
Gloria trained as a Registered Nurse at Stratford General Hospital (1962). She worked for over 10 years as an RN at St. Joseph’s in London. She then took on 30 years with her best friend and husband Ron, owning the Seaforth Freeze King.
A private celebration of Gloria’s life will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, Seaforth.
Donations to Alzheimer Society of Huron County would be appreciated by the family.
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Roger & Betty Nelson
Dear Ron and family,
We are so sorry to learn of Gloria’s passing. We certainly had some good times with you and Gloria, it was a privilege to have had her in our lives.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Shirley Carter
Ron and family,
Just hearing about Gloria’s passing. It has been awhile since we have had a chat but have many memories of Gloria dating back to high school days. Always such a happy and caring person. So sorry to hear of her passing. She will be greatly missed but I know that she will have left many happy memories to treasure.
Ross and Shirley Carter, Clinton
Gillian Hurley
Glenda, My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort and strength in loved ones, and cherish memories with your mom. Thinking of you.
Gillian Hurley
Mary
Dear Ron and family. The Longstaff family would like send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I always enjoyed our chats at the house when we would see each other. Gloria getting all the family news and asking for Bunn and John Longstaff. She kept an eye on them which was nice. Also you were such kind neighbours and of course the Freeze King. We loved to come and eat the foot longs with onions and burger and most of all the ice cream. We still compare soft serve everywhere to yours. Glenda I’m sure had a secret recipe. Lots of memories and part of Seaforth. Keep well. The Longstaff family
Deb Cooper
Ron ,Glenda, Brian and families
So sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing, we always had great conversations and she was always glad to share her grandchildrens stories and ask of our kids. Rest in Peace Gloria
Dave and Deb Cooper
Don and Christine Poelman
Sending our deepest condolences Ron, Glenda and Steve, Brian and Sharryl and families. Gloria was a lovely lady who always took the time to chat whenever we saw her. Will be thinking about you ❤️
Don & Kathy Pletsch
Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian and families, and Don and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. She always greeted you with the best smile and warm words. Many hours spent at the Freeze King, catching up on what was new but also visits at home too. Gloria will be missed for her many kindnesses. Our hearts go out to you.
Vince Pelss
I am so sorry.
I will always fondly remember Gloria.
She was a big part of my life.
A great roll model, a great person.
A force.
Good memories.
Marian Pullman
To Ron and all of the Riley Family:
I was very sad to hear of Gloria’s passing. She was a very good friend of mine and I enjoyed our many visits at the Freeze King . My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Marian
Ann Cronin
Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian and families,
Sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. I enjoyed working at the Freeze King while in high school and have great memories. Keeping you in my Thoughts and Prayers.
Ann (Janmaat) Cronin
Anne and Lyle
Dear Ron , Glenda, Brian and families, Don and family , Gloria was such a kind person we had many good times over the years she will be missed , you have all the good memories to hold onto talk and laugh about .
RIP my friend
Anne and Lyle
Wayne Hugill and Judy Wood Hugill
Our sincere sympathy to Ron and the Riley family on the passing of Gloria.
Kathy Dale
Deepest sympathy to all. A life well lived leaves many memories to hold dear.
Patti & Dave Spence
So very sorry for your family’s loss. I have many happy memories of Gloria at the Freeze King! Such a lovely picture of a lovely soul.
John and Karen Menheere
So sorry Ron and your Family of Gloria’s passing. Hope the good memories, Gloria and you shared at the Freeze King, campgrounds in Texas and Florida, and SDHC will help you at this difficult sad time. RIP GLORIA
Eileen and Leo Greidanus
Thinking of you at this sad time ……our sincere sympathy in the loss of Gloria
she will be missed by many . treasure the memories they are priceless
Grace and Wayne Wiggins
Dear Ron and family, our hearts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. What a beautiful picture you have to honour Gloria’s memory.
jason hulzebos
Sorry for your loss Ron and family. Its Jason Hulzebos from the Blyth Steam Show. I will talk to you later Ron and Family.
bruce austin
So very sorry for your loss Ron and your family
Tammy Martene
Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian and families
Our heartfelt condolences to you at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish your memories!
Pete and Tammy Martene
Bill and Dianne Beuerman
Our sincere condolences to all the Riley family.
Joyce Ribey
Dear Ron, Glenda, Stephen, Brad, Sharryl and families and Don, Carol and family
I wish to express my sincere sympathy to all of you. I have many fond memories of Gloria from the days you owned Freeze King and also from the kitchen of Northside Church. Ross was fond of you all and enjoyed many a visit with you. May Gloria rest in peace.
Liz Varley
Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian, Don and Families
I was saddened to hear of Gloria,s passing. Hopefully with the beautiful picture chosen as a tribute and great memories shared will provide more smiles than tears.
Take Care Everyone!
Love Liz Varley
John and Anne Middegaal
We are very sorry for your loss .Remember the good times
Lorraine Nelemans
Thinking of you all during this difficult time
Rest In Peace Gloria
Edie Taylor and Laurence Taylor
To Ron and family so sorry to hear the news,Gloria and I went to High school together and sat in the science lab together strict teacher ,.not sure about Gloria but I broke a lot of test tubes A lot of great memories of Gloria took 4-H together ,
Lots of Love
,Edie and Laurence
Gary & Carolynne Smith
We first met Gloria in 1975 when we moved to Seaforth. We moved from Seaforth in 1980 but our friendship remained until her death. We have many, many fond memories of lots of laughs and good times. We were very fortunate that Gloria was a part of our lives, she will be missed. Our sympathies to Ron and the family.
Reta Wagler
Condolences in the passing of Gloria.
Many fond memories of training days at SGH!
Erin Rock
Dear Ron and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. I have very fond memories of working for you at the Freeze King, many years ago. I will always remember her smile and kind heart.
Thinking of you all at this time.
Erin Rock
Marty, Anne Marie, Megan and Lauren Bedard
Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your hearts forever. Gloria was a beautiful lady who touched many lives.
Don & Elaine Shropshall
Ron and Family Thinking of you at this difficult time. Gloria will be missed. Cherish the memories you made together over all the years.
Marj Bender Kaethler
I am sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. My sincere condolences to the family. I fondly remember sitting beside Gloria and chuckling together in Miss Raceys anatomy class at SGH. That was many years ago
Jim and Janneke Murray
Thinking of you and your families at this sad time. It is heartbreaking to lose those we love.
Bill & Marlene Charters
Ron and family – We were saddened to hear of Gloria’s passing and send our heartfelt condolences.
Terry and Margaret Eldridge
Ron and Family.
We are sending our deepest condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Colleen Gover
Glenda, I am so sorry to hear of your moms passing. My sympathy to your Dad, brother and families. Such a beautiful lady and you will surely miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. 🙏 ❤️
Bill and Mary Anne McGrath
Dear Ron and Family, we are so sorry to learn of Gloria’s death. It is a difficult time for all of you but please know that we are thinking of all of you. You chose a beautiful photo of Gloria for the notice, it is a lovely tribute and reminder of her!
Bill and Mary Anne McGrath
Pam Vansteelandt (Bennett)
I enjoyed a long relationship with Gloria which started when I walked into the backroom of the Freeze King in 1990. Always had news to tell me, oh and that fabulous smile. My deepest condolences.
Mary Johnston
Dear Ron and Family..so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. I have fond memories of working at the Freeze King in the 70’s. She was a lovely lady. My sincere condolences to you all.
Mary Johnston(Janmaat)
Bill and Grace Campbell
Ron, Glenda, Brian, Don and all your family.
We wish to express our sincere sympathy at this difficult time. We will remember Gloria for her time spent working in the kitchen at Northside Church and fun times we shared at the Seaforth Curling Club. She was such a happy person and so proud of her children and grandchildren. Rest in peace.
Grace and Bill Campbell
Janet Buuck
My Deepest Sympathy to Ron & Family also to the Carter Family! Janet Buuck
Paul and JoAnne Matthews
So very sorry for your loss Ron and your family.
Katherine Snyder
Sending sincere condolences to Ron and family.
Remembering Gloria as a classmate at SGH.
Katherine Snyder
the Penner Family
To Ron, Glenda, Brian and Families and Don Carter and famiy:
Our sincere condolences to you on the loss of Gloria. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Lois McLlwain
Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian & Families
Sorry to hear of the passing of Gloria. Our deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time.
Ken & Lois McLlwain
Larry and Dianne McGrath
Ron, Glenda, Brian and families
Our sincere condolences are extended in the loss of your beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Gloria was always very welcoming and she will be missed. We hope you find comfort in all the wonderful memories.
The Longstaff Family
Dear Ron and family, we send our deep condolences to you all. Our family grew up having Gloria and Ron bedside John and Bunn in Harpurhay, and Gloria always greeted with a smile. Thinking of you all – cherish the memories you have and hold them dear. -The Longstaffs
Nancy Jackman
Our sincere condolences to the Riley family and to Don Carter and family.
May she have Eternal Peace for all time.
Nancy Jackman( nee Berger)and family.
Brian and Karen MacDonald
Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Maureen Wildfong
Dear Ron, Glenda & Stephen, Brian & Sharryl
So sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. Gloria was such a great lady and will always be remembered. My sincere condolences to each and everyone at this sad time. Hoping all the great memories last in your heart forever.
Paul and Lori Janmaat
Ron, Glenda, Brian, Don and the Riley and Carter families: We were very sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. A friendly face for both of us at the Freeze King for many years! Our sincere condolences to you all and may your memories bring you comfort and peace.
Paul and Lori Janmaat
Heather McMillan
Ron and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to you all, on the loss of a loving wife, proud mother and doting grandmother. She will be forever in your hearts.
Bill & Heather McMillan
Marilyn M Howatt
Ron and Family, Our thoughts are with you. So sorry for your loss of Gloria
Joanne Carr
Ron and family: Sending my condolences. Gloria was a lovely lady. I fondly remember working at the Freeze King in the late 70’s with my best friend, Mary (nee Janmaat)–she worked in hot food prep and I worked ice cream. It was so much fun to work with my friend and for and with the Riley’s. Great memories.
Joanne Carr (DeGroot)
Bruce and Sharon Wilbee
Ron, Glenda Brian and families
We are so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Rick Elliott
Ron and family my sincere condolences as well as my thoughts and prayers go out to you as we remember a terrific lady.
Rick Elliott
Joanne Maloney Flanagan
Ron and family, please accept my sympathy. Gloria was a very caring lady, always with a smile on her face and ready for a chat. Cherish your memories.
Moe & Lynda Huard
Dear Ron and family:
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Gloria. She will be missed by a lot of people for sure. We enjoyed our Thursday afternoons at your house. She was real good to us.
Glen & Marion McElrea
To the Riley family:
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
at this sad and difficult time. She will be missed but will
remain in your hearts forever.
Tom and Marjorie Hunt
Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family
Ken and Marg Caldwell
Ron and family – We send our condolences to all of you in the loss of Gloria. Enjoyed being in her company whenever we were. Gloria, in her day was a great help to you when you had the Freeze King to make it a success. Respectfully, Ken and Marg Caldwell
Glenn Chesney
To Ron and Family . Sorry to hear of Gloria passing. We had many good times snowmobiling and visitsto the Freeze King. Our thoughts and prayers are with you a thts time. Gienn& Marilyn
Carolanne Doig
So sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. She was a friendly face whenever met on the street or at the Freeze King. My sympathy to all the family especially Brian and Melissa.
Gary and Dianne Bennett
Sorry to hear of the passing of Gloria. Our deepest sympathy to Ron and family . Thinking of you all at this sad time .
Gary and Linda Hayter
Ron and family Gary and I are so sorry to hear of Gloria,s passing. Sending you all our deepest sympathy
Bill and Marlene Holman
Ron, Glenda, Brian, and families, we are so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. We had some good times over the years. She is at peace now. Remember all the good times.
Audrey O’Rourke
My sympathy to you in Gloria’s passing. May you be comforted with all of your happy memories of her.
Joanne Holland
Ron, Glenda, Stephen, Carly, Connor, Brian , Sharryl, Katelyn, Melissa, Olivia and families.
I am so sorry for your loss. Gloria was such a dedicated mother and grandmother who showed her love for all of you to all. I hope all your beautiful memories help you through this most difficult time.
Joanne Holland
Dianne Ferguson-Brown
Glenda, Stephen, and family,
Thinking of you at this difficult time,
Jeff and Dianne Ferguson-Brown and family
Janice Preszcator
Ron and family My heart was saddened when l saw this news, We had a lot of good times together. May all your memories bring more smiles than tears. Janice
Dorothy Medd
Sincere sympathy – thinking of everyone during this difficult time.
Peter & Frances Kling
We are so sorry Ron, Glenda & Stephen, Brian & Sharryl and all Gloria’s family.
Memories go back to those snowmobiling days…house parties…visits at the Freeze King….vacations in Florida,
Gloria was so proud of her kids and grand kids and their accomplishments.
Her smile showed it.
Gloria was a kind gentle lady.
She will be missed ….and forever remembered.
Fly high Gloria…..
Ann Vaters
Brian, Sharryl, Katelyn, Melissa & Olivia.
Thinking of you during this difficult time with the passing of your mom and grandmother.
Much love,
Ann Vaters
Alex &Blondie MacLeod
Ron and family: We are so sorry to read of Gloria’s passing. Alzheimer’s is neither fair nor kind. Her battle is now over and she is at peace. Remember all the great times you have shared together. Keeping you all our thoughts and prayers
Charles CAMPBELL
My condolences to the Riley family.
From the family of Charles Campbell
Kathryn McDermott
Sincere condolences on your loss. Gloria and I both went to S.D.H.S. at the same time
Jim and Helen Crocker
Ron, Glenda Brian and family
We are so saddened with to hear of the passing of Gloria today. Our hearts go out to all of you. We have wonderful memories of the many hours we spent at the Freeze King and our days snowmobiling together.
Take comfort in the many good times you shared together.
Ken and Jannette Stoll
Sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Glenda Feeney
My deepest sympathy to the Riley family. Gloria will be missed by so many. Cherish your memories!
Helen Southgate & Brian Oldfield
Dear Ron and family, sending our sincere condolences to all of you at this sad time. Lots of wonderful memories will help each of you cope with your loss. She will be greatly missed but thankfully, will remain in your hearts and thoughts always. 💕
Helen Southgate and Fred & Betty Tilley