Gloria M. Meli

I will always hold dear the wonderful times I had with my big sisters. Muriel and Gloria were 7 and 9 years older than me. They pampered me to death even though I often drove them a little crazy . Like the time I spilled Tigress perfume (a gift from Rosie) all over her lovely oak hope chest and ruined part of the finish. I was the youngest but there was a special bond and closeness between us just the same. As an adult I mostly lived far away so the letters between us were non stop. Growing up, Gloria was always in charge of Muriel and me. We worshipped her, and I still do. I cherish all those wonderful memories. I just loved my big sisters.....

Grandma Gloria filled a void as special grandparent to our boys. From birthday parties to school holiday programs and Grandparent day at the schools, Gloria was always there to support in many ways and we loved having her be a part of our lives. What a special lady!