Gloria Rosalie Perkowski

Gloria Rosalie Perkowski (nee Onesti), 85, passed away peacefully at home in Jarrettsville with her loving daughters by her side. She was the wife of the late Frank J. Perkowski for nearly 50 years and leaves behind an incredible legacy of faith and love that will be passed down for generations to come. She is survived by her daughters Mary Shinholt (Jeff), Julie Fitzpatrick (Danny), Teresa Benedetta (Tony), and Linda Dockery (Marty); grandchildren of Kristin Poklemba, Michael Shinholt, Nathan Shinholt, Jonathan Shinholt, Stephen Shinholt, Frank Fitzpatrick, Lauren Benedetta, Alisha Gleason, Anthony Benedetta, Brandon Dockery, and Caleb Dockery, and ten great-grandchildren Gavin, Cadence, Kensington, Cannon, Peter, Ezra, Samson, Esther, Elijah, and Iris. Her family was her greatest treasure and joy.

The sweetest, kindest person one would ever want to know, Gloria’s smile could light up any room. A graduate of the Catholic High School of Baltimore, she lived out their motto “Let your light shine”. Her deep faith in God and her generous heart led her to be involved for many years at her church and also with the Women’s Club of Perry Hall. She loved spending time at the beach with her family, watching the birds outside her window and spending time with her dog, Charlie. She also enjoyed cheering for her Orioles and Ravens and watching thoroughbred horse races and Hallmark movies. Gloria will be forever loved and greatly missed. Psalm 16:11 "You make known the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore".

Relatives and friends are invited to visit at Schimunek Funeral Home, Inc. 9705 Belair Rd., Nottingham, MD 21236 on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 from 2-4 and 6-8PM, and Wednesday December 18, 2024 from 10 AM- 11AM, where a Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Holy Rosary Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions in Gloria’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association.