Obituary of Gloria Johnson

Gloria J. Johnson (nee Scalzo) Age 86, of Marycrest Village Apartments, Joliet, IL passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2014 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home following an extended illness. She was born in Joliet, IL on September 19, 1927. She was the daughter of the late Girolomo "Jimmy the Tailor" and Pauline (nee Vetter) Scalzo. Gloria was preceded in death by her daughter, Deborah Sayre; her brother, Vincent "Jim" Scalzo; life companion, John Loverdos; and son-in-law, Nick Walker. Gloria is survived by her daughter, Darlene (the late Nick) Walker; grandchildren, Mark (Trish) Walker, Angela (Jason) Donahue, Jeff (fiancee, Leticia Fernandez) Walker and Sydney Hernandez; sisters, Mary (the late Lyle) Henry of Joliet, IL and Dianne Scalzo of Erie, PA; six great-grandchildren, Matt, Joey, Jacob, Caitlyn, Maya and Bella; sister-in-law, Mary "Vicki" Scalzo; and special niece and nephew, Denise Phillips, who went above and beyond to make my mother's life comfortable, and Jerry Henry and their families. A member of the Harwood Post #5 Ladies Auxiliary. An avid bingo player and a member of the Dice Club. Gloria worked at many jobs throughout her lifetime and had many friends. She had a special "passion" for Elvis Presley and loved his music, especially his hymns. She was a loving, caring and cherished mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She will be deeply missed by those who knew her. Private family services were held. As it was Gloria's request, Cremation Rites have been accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to Joliet Area Community Hospice or the American Cancer Society would be appreciated. Arrangements by Fred C. Dames Funeral Home. For more information: (815) 741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com