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GLORIA DOWLING Obituary
She was born on Dec. 12, 1960 in Wellsboro, a daughter of the late Kirk Bartholomew and Alice M. (Wilson) Bartholomew. She was married to her high school sweetheart, the late Carl E. Dowling who passed away in 2014. Gloria was a member of the Mt. Zion Full Gospel Church of Wellsboro. She enjoyed spending time with family, especially her grandchildren whom she adored.
Gloria is survived by her mother, Alice (Wilson) Bartholomew of Wellsboro; two daughters, Ashley (Jay) Smith of Wellsboro, Tricia (Bryan) Williams of Covington; brother, Wally (Valerie) Bartholomew of Galeton; four grandchildren, Sophie Smith, Ryder Smith, Blake Williams, Jackson Williams and her best friend, Phyllis Wilson of Covington.
Friends may call on Friday, Jan. 3, 2020 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Mt. Zion Full Gospel Church, Wellsboro. Wear purple, Gloria's favorite color, in celebration of her life. A memorial service will follow at 6 p.m. at the church with Pastor Mike Olmsted officiating. Interment will be in the Wellsboro Cemetery.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., www.carletonfh.com, Wellsboro.
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Della House
December 25, 2020
My heart goes out to the family. She was such a wonderful person.
Kirk Bartholomew
January 6, 2020
Will always miss our chats and visiting you Carl and the girls, love from your brother Kirk A Bartholomew Jr.
January 1, 2020
Gloria....I was in shock to hear of your passing....thank you for the long walks and talks.....you are now with Carl and you can continue where you left off...till we meet again my friend...keep an eye on your grandbabies.....miss you....
Cinidy M.
December 31, 2019
Deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Gloria. I have known her for a very long time and she truly was a nice person - good mom - loved her family. She will be missed.
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