Gloria Jean Marrow Niles, Michigan Obituary

Gloria Jean Marrow

Gloria J. Marrow, 74, of Niles, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, May 22, 2020, with her family by her side. Gloria was born on December 11, 1945, to the late Clemon K. and Minnie L. (Cobb) Kilburn in South Bend. She married Leonard N. Marrow on August 22, 1964, in a ceremony at the home of her grandmother, Gladys Sarber Cobb, in Buchanan, Michigan. Gloria went on to become a cosmetology instructor and owned her own beauty shop for over 30 years. Gloria was still working in her shop until her recent illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard, her parents, and her grandmother. Gloria is survived by her daughters, Vonda Marrow of Niles and Valory (Ron) Rogers of Edwardsburg, two grandchildren Katelynn Rogers of Edwardsburg and Ryan Rogers of Edwardsburg; siblings, Doris (Don) Schrimsher of Niles, Janet (Bob) Shaner of Sims, North Carolina, and Robert (Connie) Kilburn of Hartford, MI; and many extended family members and close friends. The family expresses its gratitude to Caring Circle Hospice and the excellent care that Gloria received. A memorial service to celebrate Gloria’s life will be held in the coming months in compliance with COVID-19. A private committal will take place at Smith Chapel Cemetery. Gloria’s family will be honoring her memory with a bench at the Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds. All memorial contributions received will be used for that purpose.
December 11, 1945 - May 22, 202012/11/194505/22/2020
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Laura Gerber
June 28, 2020
Dear Gloria's family, Gloria was a classmate and friend of mine when she attended Lakeville schools. She was friendly and sweet. It saddens me to know that we were so close in proximity for so many years as I lived and worked in Buchanan and didn't reconnect. May she res... Continue Reading
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Jon, Marcia, Lindsay and Jake Harroff
June 25, 2020
With loving memories of your Mom.
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Mike, Jill, Taylor, Mitch & Joe, Angie, Hayden & Will
June 24, 2020
Aunt Gloria will remain in our hearts forever. Keeping all of you in our thoughts.
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Marlene Jewell Davidson
May 31, 2020
My condolences to your entire family . Gloria was a special person who was always thinking and doing for other people. Many of us think we should or will but Gloria led her life doing it. What a wonderful person she was. RIP
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Mary Jo (Lister) Prosser
May 30, 2020
I'm very sorry to hear of Gloria's passing. She was a classmate and a kind, caring person.
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Beth Schultz
May 30, 2020
Vonda & Valerie, we was so sorry to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I so many fond memories her. She will never be forgotten.
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Tony Neill
May 30, 2020
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Dick Zelmer
May 29, 2020
Doris and Family , My condolences on the loss of your sister .

Dick Zelmer
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Rae Schmiedeknecht
May 28, 2020
So sorry to hear that Gloria passed away. For years she was hairdresser for our whole family. Prayers from the Schmiedeknecht family.
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Paula
May 27, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Our mom’s have been friends for as long as I can remember. She will be missed. ❤️
Paula Plaia McLaughlin
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