Gloria W. Durbano

Gloria Durbano Obituary

DURBANO, GLORIA W. (SHIPPEE), 81, died on Sunday, August 10, 2008 at the Miriam Hospital.

Born in Providence, a daughter of the late Lloyd and Elsie (Shepard) Shippee, she had been a Warwick resident before moving to East Providence in 1973.

Gloria was the wife of the late Sergio C. Durbano. Mother of Donna Basiliere and Janice Leite; sister of Roger and Gerald Shippee, and the late Carolyn DiCenzo, Patricia Hicks, Calvin, Linwood, and Ronald Shippee. Grandmother of Gina, Danielle, and Shane; great-grandmother of Morgan, Angel, and the late Matthew. Lifelong friend of Margaret Lucas.

Gloria was a member of the VFW #272 Auxiliary and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.

Her funeral service will be held Thursday at 10 AM in the Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral Chapel, 2435 Warwick Avenue, Warwick. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the RI SPCA, 186 Amaral Street, East Providence, RI 02915 will be appreciated. Information and guestbook visit www.TheQuinnFuneralHome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Aug. 12, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Gloria Durbano

11 Entries

Cliff (Butch) Coutcher

August 20, 2008

To my dear old friends, Janice and Donna,

When I saw your mom’s obituary last week, so many thoughts and memories came back to me that I’ve waited almost a week to try to put my thoughts in order to express my feelings on the passing of your mom; my old friend Gloria.

Please know that although we may not realize it at the time, our lives, and the manner in which we conduct ourselves, do have an impact on those we leave behind.

And please know that your mom had an impact on me.

When we were young, and trying to find our way in the streets of Conimicut, “Gloria’s house” was the only place that we could go to just be ourselves with no fear of judgment. Gloria had a way of making every one of us feel as though we were her kids. As I sit here watching the 2008 Olympics, I remember the first Olympics that I ever seriously watched in 1964 was in that little house on Opper Avenue with Gloria, Moe, Arlene, you guys, and all the other kids in the neighborhood. My God, how fast the years have gone by.

But always know that regardless of the number of years that have passed, I will always remember the lessons that Gloria taught to all of us when we were young and thought we knew everything; and how she opened her house to all of us, at a time when we just needed someone to talk to. She was always there for us. She helped to shape my life, my values, and helped to make me the person that I am today. And believe me, I will always remember her as a friend.

Stay well.

The Vest Family

August 14, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to Gloria's family.

Corie Porter

August 12, 2008

We are sorry that you lost Aunt Gloria. She was an awesome woman. When we were kids, at cookout, she always threw change in the pool for all the kids to get. We loved seeing her. We are the girls of Debra Porter (Shippee)

Ruth McElroy

August 12, 2008

to the family of Gloria, my deepest condolences. Thought of you often,sorry I haven't kept in touch with you. love all of you . your cousin, Ruth (Forrest) McElroy

Debi DeSimone

August 12, 2008

Gloria will always be a part of our "Morin" Family and she will be very sadley missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Marge and Gloria's family. Love Debi & Donna DeSimone and the Morin Family

August 12, 2008

Dear Janice, Donna and Marge,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your mother and friend. Gloria was such a big part of our growing up. I'll never forget the great meatballs, pepperoni and sausage that she made while we were hanging out listening to Janis Joplin. I still think of Gloria when I hear a Janis Joplin song. Jack and I had many laughs at the parties at Marge's.
I'll never forget that great smile and warm hug.
Sincere sympathy and warm thoughts to all of you.
Love, annie and jackie tella

August 12, 2008

Dear Jan, Donna and Marge -
Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Gloria. Gloria was such a huge part of our growing up. I'll never forget the great meatballs, pepperoni and sausage that she made. I think of Gloria when I hear Janis Joplin. Jack and I will never forget the great parties and laughs we had at the house or that infectious smile of hers.
Please accept our sincere sorrow on the loss of such a wonderful person.
Warm thoughts.
annie and jackie tella

August 12, 2008

Dear Jan, Donna and Marge-
Gloria was one hell of a person and friend. I'll never forget all of the times she put up with us girls and the fantastic meatballs, pepperoni and sausage that she made. I think of Gloria when I hear Janis Joplin. Her smile will remain with me for the rest of my life.
We attended many great parties at Margie's and shared many, many laughs. My thoughts are with you all and Marge, please keep in touch. Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time.
Warm thoughts,
annie and jackie tella.

Beverly "Crum" Freeman

August 12, 2008

to gloria.s loved ones; please except our condolences; gloria and carolyn and i were kids together; they were great friends and i spoke with gloria at least once a year talking about "when we were young" anyone who knew gloria know's that was lots of fun so remember all the great times you had with her; i know i will May God be with you all at this sad time in your life. i will keep you all in my prayers. sincerely

SANDRA HUDSON

August 12, 2008

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT GLORIA'S PASSING. SHE WAS A GREAT FRIEND, MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER. SHE LEAVES BEHIND A VERY SAD FAMILY, BUT ONE THAT SHE MADE LOVING AND STRONG.
SANDY

jeffrey pearson

August 12, 2008

margie our deapest symathy goes out to you in this difficult time hope you find comfort in the memeories you have with auntie gloria love always jeff missy and kids

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