Gloria Jane Gonzales passed away peacefully at home on March 26, 2019. Born Gloria Jane Gallego on August 21, 1924 to Daniel and Mary Gallego in Pacoima, California in the San Fernando Valley. Gloria moved with her family to Stockton as a young child. She attended Stockton schools and lived in Stockton her whole life. Gloria met and married Angelo Lira Hernandez and from this union they had six children. Gloria was a loving and devoted mother. During WWII, Gloria was a committed volunteer during the war effort. In 1977, Gloria married Adam Gonzales and remained married for 33 years until his death in 2003. Gloria and Adam loved taking train trips and frequent vacations to Catalina Island. Gloria worked in the Canning industry for 25 years. She held many roles while working in the various canneries in San Joaquin Valley. Gloria deeply loved and cherished her family, events and holidays which would not be complete without her Thanksgiving dinner table and elaborate Christmas gatherings with family.
Gloria is preceded in death by her Parents, Brothers: Danny, Richard and George; and Sister Mildred. Also, her infant daughter, Greta Hernandez, and beloved son, Robert Richard Hernandez. Gloria is survived by Sister, Juliette Hilt; Daughters Mildred Lozano (Joey), and Mary Elena Hernandez; Sons Angelo Hernandez (Rachel) and George Hernandez (Denita); and special to her heart, Julia Hernandez and Cindy Williams. Gloria was our cherished Matriarch. She was also blessed with 16 Grandchildren, 41 Great Grandchildren and 15 Great-Great Grandchildren.
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