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William Glosser Obituary
September 23, 2010
William J. Glosser, 77, of Pottsville, died Thursday morning at the Schuylkill Center Nursing and Rehabilitation facility after a long illness.
Born in Pottsville, he was a son of the late George J. and Margaret Purcell Glosser.
He was a graduate of Pottsville Catholic High School, Class of 1950. He was employed by the Liberty Oil Company, Port Carbon, for 30 years. He also ran his own business by selling fire equipment and servicing fire extinguishers for local fire companies and businesses until 1975.
He was a member of St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, Pottsville, and a third-degree Knight of Columbus, St. John Neumann Council 4009, Saint Clair. He was a life member of Good Intent Fire Company No. 1, Pottsville, where he served as chief engineer and later as the company foreman. Most recently he served as a volunteer for the Pinnacle Health Hospice Care and Schuylkill Center Nursing and Rehabilitation.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Joan, to whom he was married for 49 years; his son, Joseph; a brother, George.
He is survived by a son, Monsignor William F. Glosser, pastor of St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic Church, Saint Clair; a daughter, Mary Jo Broderick, wife of Mark, Baltimore, Md.; three grandchildren, Christian, Maggie and Emily Broderick.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Clare of Assisi Church, Mill and Hancock streets, Saint Clair, with his son officiating. Family and friends may call at the church from 5 to 8 p.m. on Sunday and from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. Monday. Interment will be in the Calvary Cemetery, Pottsville. The family would prefer remembrances to the St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, 319 Mahantongo St., Pottsville, PA 17901, or the Pinnacle Health Hospice Care, One Norwegian Plaza, Pottsville, PA 17901. Your condolences for the Glosser family can be left online by visiting www.bestlifetributes.com. The Schlitzer Allen Pugh Funeral Home Inc., Sixth and West Market streets, Pottsville, is handling the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Glosser
Mariann Freiler
October 1, 2010
Monsignor Bill - Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Many years have passed since we were co-workers at the Acme Market. I have so many wonderful memories of those times and your mom and dad coming in and your grandmother. You are thought of often. Chris and I are living in Charlotte NC for the past 11 years. We are members of St Matthews in Ballantyne. May all your memories be cherished in your hearts and time heal all sadness. God Bless
Mariann and Chris Freiler
chris walters
September 28, 2010
Father Bill and family,
God Bless You
Saint Anbrose parishoner
Pat Kurpell
September 28, 2010
Msgr. Bill, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
September 28, 2010
Mary Jo and Bill,
So sorry to hear about Uncle Bill.I have a lot of great memories from the times we all spent together as children. May God comfort you with the comfort only He can give.
Mary Sperling
Floyd Kimmel
September 27, 2010
I did not know your father personaly, And I only know you from being a member of the fire service, I would like at this time to give you my prayers to your dad. may he rest in peace
Chirsta Bartashus & Recreation Staff
September 27, 2010
We have been more than blessed to have this gentle speaking man enter our lives. There immediately became a perminant spot in my heart for him. I can only thank God for making his suffering last no longer....He always shared his love and yearning for his wife & could not be Prouder of his Son! Thank you for letting us be part of Bills life. We will miss him
Conways
September 27, 2010
Mary Jo and Bill,
Very sorry to hear of your immense loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Connie Murphy McCauley
September 26, 2010
Dear Msgr.Glosser & Mary Jo, I'm so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Chickie & I were great friends during our days at PCHS, '52, and she and Bill were crazy about each other...a marriage made in heaven. Your Dad was a very special man. My sincere sympathy to you. Love & prayers.
Carl Simchena
September 26, 2010
Father Bill,
Gloria and I were saddened to hear of your father's passing.
He was a good man and will surely be welcomed into God's kingdom with open arms.
Dick/Jeannie Golden
September 26, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Earl and Val Davis
September 25, 2010
Dear Father Bill,
Our Sincere Sympathy on the loss of your father.
To live in the hearts of those left behind is not to die. May the wonderful memories you have of the times you spent together give you peace and strength.
Richard & Geri Slotcavage
September 25, 2010
Father Bill,
We are very sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May your memories bring you comfort.
Fr. Bill Seifert
September 25, 2010
My sincerest condolences on the passing of your father. Be certain of my prayers and those of my parish for you and your family.
May Light eternal shine of him.
Erin Gower
September 24, 2010
Dear Father Bill,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
robert d dougherty
September 24, 2010
Glosser family my deepest sympathy,my classmate of PCHS 1950. Robert D.Dougherty, Waymart, Pa.
Vicky Moran
September 24, 2010
Father Bill, Mary Jo and Family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your loved ones at this time of saddness. Your Dad was a good guy, he'll be missed greatly by all.
Mia Cauflield
September 24, 2010
Father Bill, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My Mom told me last night. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Mia
Mike(Mickey) Martin
September 24, 2010
I'm sorry for your loss. We were classmates sixty years ago at PCHS
September 24, 2010
Father Bill,
We are so sorry and sad for the loss of your Dad, you and your family are in our prayers.
Tony, Lorraine and Mom
Cheryl Misstishin
September 24, 2010
Father Bill, Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers in your time of sorrow. Cheryl
September 24, 2010
Dear Father Bill & family, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I was in your Mom's class (and a fellow cheerleader with her) but I knew Bill for years. It's always so sad to see your parents go, but know that they are together again and with God. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Dolly (Ponter) Land
irene mashack
September 24, 2010
Father Bill, We are sorry for the loss of your father . He was a wonderful man. You are in our prayers.
Joe and Irene Mashack , & family
September 24, 2010
Father Bill,
I am so sorry about your dad's passing.Prayers are with you during this time.
Stacey Humenansky
Stacey's Photography
Joe Wirtz
September 24, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Debbi Isella/Haslam
September 24, 2010
Dear Father Bill:
Your Dad was/is a beautiful soul. You took such good care of him. Now it's God's turn to do the same. My prayers and condolences...He is SO happy now seeing the face of God before him. You are blessed to have him part of you always...Debbi
September 24, 2010
I was very sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He will be missed by many. God bless you and the rest of your family. The last time I saw him was at our 50th class reunion. Harold Mahoney, class of 50, PCHS, Ogden, Utah
Judy&Jesse Vrabel
September 24, 2010
Father Bill,
We are so sad to hear about your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you Father Bill and Family.
Sondra Metzger
September 24, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss. Bill and my father worked together at Liberty Oil, and I was always hearing about him. My thoughts are with you all.
St. Ambrose
September 24, 2010
Father Bill,
Your family at St. Ambrose will keep you and your family in our prayers. God bless.
Sarah Dakes
September 24, 2010
Fr. Bill, I am so deeply sorry for the lose of your Father. I know this is so hard for you but having your faith, friends and family will get you though this very trying time! Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you!!!
Sarah Dakes
Sheehan Family
September 24, 2010
Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Our prayers are with you.
Patti Dmytrow
September 24, 2010
Father Bill and Mary Jo,
I am very sad to hear of the passing of your father. He was such a nice man. My thoughts, prayers, and love is with you all.
Patti Cescon Dmytrow
September 24, 2010
To the Glosser family, Dad & I wish to send our love & sorrow for your loss.
Mr Glosser was a great man and he & Mrs Glosser were very good friends of Mom & Dad. God bless during this hard time.
Jerry & Shelly Frank
John & Dottie Gursky
September 24, 2010
Father Bill,
We are very sorry to hear about your father. Pleae know our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
September 24, 2010
My thoughts and prayers for you, Father Bill, and best wishes for your family.
The Gunoskey Family
Barnesville
September 24, 2010
Father Bill,
Our condolences to you on the loss of your Dad. You know he's in a much better place but it's still hard to lose someone you love. God Bless you and your family.
Nancy and Ed Kardisco
John Ebling
September 24, 2010
We are very sorry about your dad Father,he was a very nice man who we enjoyed talking to. He always had a smile on his face and a friendly wave. He will be missed but we know he will always be watching. God will take care of him now. John and Maryann Ebling
margaretc pauly
September 24, 2010
my condolence to the family. God is with him now.
margaret pauly
Joe and Charlene Corby
September 24, 2010
Father Bill, we are heartly sorry for the loss of your father. He will always be in our thoughts and prayers. He was a very special and sweet gentleman. God Bless.
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