GLORIA JEANNETTE SUMMERS

GLORIA JEANNETTE SUMMERS (nee LaFACE) Of Hampton and Oshawa, Ontario, passed away October 13, 2016 after a brave battle with cancer. Born January 2, 1941 in Detroit, Michigan, Gloria was an exceptional student who earned a full engineering scholarship but gave it up to marry the love of her life. Predeceased by her soulmate and husband of 56 years, Joe 'Bubba' Summers. Devoted mother of Michelle (George) Krickovic, Joe Summers (Karen Keating), Christine (John) Lee and Jeremy Summers (Sarah Scott). Reunited with daughters Veronica Summers Wickens (Wayne Wickens) and Lori King. Beloved Gram of Shannon, Kara, Kayne, Andrew, Makenzie, Jessica, Tiffany, Victoria, David and the late Nicholas. Great- Gram to Lily. Survived by sisters Patricia (Joe) Bryant and Betty Mancina, predeceased by sisters Nancy and Rose and brother David. Aunt to many, friend to all, Gloria was a distinguished member of Beta Sigma Phi sorority, a talented actress (Police Academy 3, Oshawa Little Theatre, Durham Shoestring Performers), active community volunteer (Meals on Wheels, Canadian Cancer Society), a generous and giving soul. She will be remembered for her infectious laughter, her heartfelt hugs and the countless lives she affected in a loving way her entire life. God bless, kiddo. Cremation has taken place. Details of the celebration of Gloria's life will be available at the Harris Funeral Home website. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the charity of your choice are appreciated. www.HarrisFuneralHome.ca