It's with great sadness to announce the passing of Gretchen. She passed away peacefully at home. Loving mother of Joseph (Jessica), Sean (Stacey) Phister, Jada (Tyler) Hurley. Caring grandmother to Jocelyn, Ophelia and Finnegan. Daughter of late James and Janet (Kader) Lee Gebauer; longtime companion of David Hughes. She is also survived by former husbands Joseph C. Phister and John Sutton. Family will be present for Memorial Visitation on Saturday January 4, 2025 from 12-2:30PM followed by a Memorial Service at the DENGLER, ROBERTS, PERNA FUNERAL HOME, 3070 Delaware Avenue, Kenmore. Gretchen was a fun loving, a free spirit with a heart of gold who truly loved her family. Gretchen enjoyed being surrounded by her family and friends. She will truly be missed by all who knew her. May she rest in peace. Please share online condolences at www.denglerrobertspernafuneral.com
