Gloria A. Strauss, 78 of Arlington Heights was born August 27, 1942 in Chicago to Ellery and Clara Springer and passed away May 24, 2021. Gloria was the beloved wife of Richard F. Strauss; loving mother of Richard G. (Catherine) Strauss; cherished grandmother of Isabella and Evelyn and dear sister of Scott Springer. Gloria was a long time music teacher at Einstein School (District 54) in Hanover Park. She loved teaching and playing the piano and enjoyed performing in local musicals. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 1, 2021 from 9:00 AM until the time of the Funeral Service at 11:30 AM at Lauterburg & Oehler Funeral Home, 2000 E. Northwest Highway in Arlington Heights. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Diabetes Association, 55 E. Monroe Street, Suite 3420, Chicago, IL 60603 appreciated.