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RILEY: Gloria Mae (Carter) of Seaforth

Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On August 6, 2022 @ 3:37 PM In Obituary,Seaforth | 81 Comments

RILEY: Gloria Mae (Carter) of Seaforth

Peacefully with her family by her side at Ritz Lutheran Villa, Mitchell on Saturday, August 6, 2022 of Seaforth at the age of 81. Born in Seaforth, Gloria was the daughter of Lorne and Evelyn Carter. Beloved wife of Ronald Riley whom she married on February 2, 1963. Loving mother of Glenda and Stephen Blair, and Brian and Sharryl Riley. Cherished grandma of Carly Simpson (Jeremy), Connor Blair (Bianca Bantoto), Katelyn Riley, Melissa Riley (Mike Dube), and Olivia Riley. Dear sister of Donald Carter (Carol). Fondly remembered by her nieces, Joanne, Janice, and Julie and her nephew Brad.

Gloria trained as a Registered Nurse at Stratford General Hospital (1962). She worked for over 10 years as an RN at St. Joseph’s in London. She then took on 30 years with her best friend and husband Ron, owning the Seaforth Freeze King.

A private celebration of Gloria’s life will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, Seaforth.

Donations to Alzheimer Society of Huron County would be appreciated by the family.


Condolences for the family of “RILEY: Gloria Mae (Carter) of Seaforth”

Condolence from Helen Southgate & Brian Oldfield on August 6th, 2022 4:34 PM

Dear Ron and family, sending our sincere condolences to all of you at this sad time. Lots of wonderful memories will help each of you cope with your loss. She will be greatly missed but thankfully, will remain in your hearts and thoughts always. 💕
Helen Southgate and Fred & Betty Tilley

Condolence from Glenda Feeney on August 6th, 2022 5:04 PM

My deepest sympathy to the Riley family. Gloria will be missed by so many. Cherish your memories!

Condolence from Ken and Jannette Stoll on August 6th, 2022 5:06 PM

Sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Condolence from Jim and Helen Crocker on August 6th, 2022 5:42 PM

Ron, Glenda Brian and family

We are so saddened with to hear of the passing of Gloria today. Our hearts go out to all of you. We have wonderful memories of the many hours we spent at the Freeze King and our days snowmobiling together.

Take comfort in the many good times you shared together.

Condolence from Kathryn McDermott on August 6th, 2022 6:12 PM

Sincere condolences on your loss. Gloria and I both went to S.D.H.S. at the same time

Condolence from Charles CAMPBELL on August 6th, 2022 6:25 PM

My condolences to the Riley family.

From the family of Charles Campbell

Condolence from Alex &Blondie MacLeod on August 6th, 2022 6:51 PM

Ron and family: We are so sorry to read of Gloria’s passing. Alzheimer’s is neither fair nor kind. Her battle is now over and she is at peace. Remember all the great times you have shared together. Keeping you all our thoughts and prayers

Condolence from Ann Vaters on August 6th, 2022 7:51 PM

Brian, Sharryl, Katelyn, Melissa & Olivia.
Thinking of you during this difficult time with the passing of your mom and grandmother.

Much love,
Ann Vaters

Condolence from Peter & Frances Kling on August 6th, 2022 8:17 PM

We are so sorry Ron, Glenda & Stephen, Brian & Sharryl and all Gloria’s family.
Memories go back to those snowmobiling days…house parties…visits at the Freeze King….vacations in Florida,
Gloria was so proud of her kids and grand kids and their accomplishments.
Her smile showed it.
Gloria was a kind gentle lady.
She will be missed ….and forever remembered.
Fly high Gloria…..

Condolence from Dorothy Medd on August 6th, 2022 8:31 PM

Sincere sympathy – thinking of everyone during this difficult time.

Condolence from Janice Preszcator on August 6th, 2022 8:52 PM

Ron and family My heart was saddened when l saw this news, We had a lot of good times together. May all your memories bring more smiles than tears. Janice

Condolence from Dianne Ferguson-Brown on August 7th, 2022 7:27 AM

Glenda, Stephen, and family,

Thinking of you at this difficult time,

Jeff and Dianne Ferguson-Brown and family

Condolence from Joanne Holland on August 7th, 2022 7:46 AM

Ron, Glenda, Stephen, Carly, Connor, Brian , Sharryl, Katelyn, Melissa, Olivia and families.
I am so sorry for your loss. Gloria was such a dedicated mother and grandmother who showed her love for all of you to all. I hope all your beautiful memories help you through this most difficult time.
Joanne Holland

Condolence from Audrey O’Rourke on August 7th, 2022 7:50 AM

My sympathy to you in Gloria’s passing. May you be comforted with all of your happy memories of her.

Condolence from Bill and Marlene Holman on August 7th, 2022 8:38 AM

Ron, Glenda, Brian, and families, we are so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. We had some good times over the years. She is at peace now. Remember all the good times.

Condolence from Gary and Linda Hayter on August 7th, 2022 9:22 AM

Ron and family Gary and I are so sorry to hear of Gloria,s passing. Sending you all our deepest sympathy

Condolence from Gary and Dianne Bennett on August 7th, 2022 9:23 AM

Sorry to hear of the passing of Gloria. Our deepest sympathy to Ron and family . Thinking of you all at this sad time .

Condolence from Carolanne Doig on August 7th, 2022 9:41 AM

So sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. She was a friendly face whenever met on the street or at the Freeze King. My sympathy to all the family especially Brian and Melissa.

Condolence from Glenn Chesney on August 7th, 2022 9:58 AM

To Ron and Family . Sorry to hear of Gloria passing. We had many good times snowmobiling and visitsto the Freeze King. Our thoughts and prayers are with you a thts time. Gienn& Marilyn

Condolence from Ken and Marg Caldwell on August 7th, 2022 10:08 AM

Ron and family – We send our condolences to all of you in the loss of Gloria. Enjoyed being in her company whenever we were. Gloria, in her day was a great help to you when you had the Freeze King to make it a success. Respectfully, Ken and Marg Caldwell

Condolence from Tom and Marjorie Hunt on August 7th, 2022 10:53 AM

Our thoughts and prayers for you and your family

Condolence from Glen & Marion McElrea on August 7th, 2022 10:56 AM

To the Riley family:
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
at this sad and difficult time. She will be missed but will
remain in your hearts forever.

Condolence from Moe & Lynda Huard on August 7th, 2022 11:11 AM

Dear Ron and family:
Our sincere condolences on the loss of Gloria. She will be missed by a lot of people for sure. We enjoyed our Thursday afternoons at your house. She was real good to us.

Condolence from Joanne Maloney Flanagan on August 7th, 2022 11:52 AM

Ron and family, please accept my sympathy. Gloria was a very caring lady, always with a smile on her face and ready for a chat. Cherish your memories.

Condolence from Rick Elliott on August 7th, 2022 12:10 PM

Ron and family my sincere condolences as well as my thoughts and prayers go out to you as we remember a terrific lady.
Rick Elliott

Condolence from Bruce and Sharon Wilbee on August 7th, 2022 12:13 PM

Ron, Glenda Brian and families
We are so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

Condolence from Joanne Carr on August 7th, 2022 1:41 PM

Ron and family: Sending my condolences. Gloria was a lovely lady. I fondly remember working at the Freeze King in the late 70’s with my best friend, Mary (nee Janmaat)–she worked in hot food prep and I worked ice cream. It was so much fun to work with my friend and for and with the Riley’s. Great memories.

Joanne Carr (DeGroot)

Condolence from Marilyn M Howatt on August 7th, 2022 2:22 PM

Ron and Family, Our thoughts are with you. So sorry for your loss of Gloria

Condolence from Heather McMillan on August 7th, 2022 8:27 PM

Ron and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. Our deepest sympathies to you all, on the loss of a loving wife, proud mother and doting grandmother. She will be forever in your hearts.

Bill & Heather McMillan

Condolence from Paul and Lori Janmaat on August 7th, 2022 9:16 PM

Ron, Glenda, Brian, Don and the Riley and Carter families: We were very sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. A friendly face for both of us at the Freeze King for many years! Our sincere condolences to you all and may your memories bring you comfort and peace.
Paul and Lori Janmaat

Condolence from Maureen Wildfong on August 7th, 2022 10:11 PM

Dear Ron, Glenda & Stephen, Brian & Sharryl
So sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. Gloria was such a great lady and will always be remembered. My sincere condolences to each and everyone at this sad time. Hoping all the great memories last in your heart forever.

Condolence from Brian and Karen MacDonald on August 7th, 2022 10:21 PM

Deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Condolence from Nancy Jackman on August 7th, 2022 10:47 PM

Our sincere condolences to the Riley family and to Don Carter and family.
May she have Eternal Peace for all time.
Nancy Jackman( nee Berger)and family.

Condolence from The Longstaff Family on August 7th, 2022 11:26 PM

Dear Ron and family, we send our deep condolences to you all. Our family grew up having Gloria and Ron bedside John and Bunn in Harpurhay, and Gloria always greeted with a smile. Thinking of you all – cherish the memories you have and hold them dear. -The Longstaffs

Condolence from Larry and Dianne McGrath on August 8th, 2022 10:00 AM

Ron, Glenda, Brian and families
Our sincere condolences are extended in the loss of your beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Gloria was always very welcoming and she will be missed. We hope you find comfort in all the wonderful memories.

Condolence from Lois McLlwain on August 8th, 2022 10:18 AM

Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian & Families
Sorry to hear of the passing of Gloria. Our deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time.
Ken & Lois McLlwain

Condolence from the Penner Family on August 8th, 2022 10:40 AM

To Ron, Glenda, Brian and Families and Don Carter and famiy:
Our sincere condolences to you on the loss of Gloria. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.

Condolence from Katherine Snyder on August 8th, 2022 10:40 AM

Sending sincere condolences to Ron and family.
Remembering Gloria as a classmate at SGH.
Katherine Snyder

Condolence from Paul and JoAnne Matthews on August 8th, 2022 11:36 AM

So very sorry for your loss Ron and your family.

Condolence from Janet Buuck on August 8th, 2022 11:37 AM

My Deepest Sympathy to Ron & Family also to the Carter Family! Janet Buuck

Condolence from Bill and Grace Campbell on August 8th, 2022 11:43 AM

Ron, Glenda, Brian, Don and all your family.

We wish to express our sincere sympathy at this difficult time. We will remember Gloria for her time spent working in the kitchen at Northside Church and fun times we shared at the Seaforth Curling Club. She was such a happy person and so proud of her children and grandchildren. Rest in peace.

Grace and Bill Campbell

Condolence from Mary Johnston on August 8th, 2022 11:50 AM

Dear Ron and Family..so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. I have fond memories of working at the Freeze King in the 70’s. She was a lovely lady. My sincere condolences to you all.

Mary Johnston(Janmaat)

Condolence from Pam Vansteelandt (Bennett) on August 8th, 2022 11:58 AM

I enjoyed a long relationship with Gloria which started when I walked into the backroom of the Freeze King in 1990. Always had news to tell me, oh and that fabulous smile. My deepest condolences.

Condolence from Bill and Mary Anne McGrath on August 8th, 2022 12:40 PM

Dear Ron and Family, we are so sorry to learn of Gloria’s death. It is a difficult time for all of you but please know that we are thinking of all of you. You chose a beautiful photo of Gloria for the notice, it is a lovely tribute and reminder of her!
Bill and Mary Anne McGrath

Condolence from Colleen Gover on August 8th, 2022 12:47 PM

Glenda, I am so sorry to hear of your moms passing. My sympathy to your Dad, brother and families. Such a beautiful lady and you will surely miss her. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. 🙏 ❤️

Condolence from Terry and Margaret Eldridge on August 8th, 2022 1:23 PM

Ron and Family.
We are sending our deepest condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.

Condolence from Bill & Marlene Charters on August 8th, 2022 2:19 PM

Ron and family – We were saddened to hear of Gloria’s passing and send our heartfelt condolences.

Condolence from Jim and Janneke Murray on August 8th, 2022 3:21 PM

Thinking of you and your families at this sad time. It is heartbreaking to lose those we love.

Condolence from Marj Bender Kaethler on August 8th, 2022 3:55 PM

I am sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. My sincere condolences to the family. I fondly remember sitting beside Gloria and chuckling together in Miss Raceys anatomy class at SGH. That was many years ago

Condolence from Don & Elaine Shropshall on August 8th, 2022 4:59 PM

Ron and Family Thinking of you at this difficult time. Gloria will be missed. Cherish the memories you made together over all the years.

Condolence from Marty, Anne Marie, Megan and Lauren Bedard on August 8th, 2022 6:28 PM

Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your hearts forever. Gloria was a beautiful lady who touched many lives.

Condolence from Erin Rock on August 8th, 2022 6:53 PM

Dear Ron and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. I have very fond memories of working for you at the Freeze King, many years ago. I will always remember her smile and kind heart.
Thinking of you all at this time.
Erin Rock

Condolence from Reta Wagler on August 8th, 2022 7:36 PM

Condolences in the passing of Gloria.
Many fond memories of training days at SGH!

Condolence from Gary & Carolynne Smith on August 8th, 2022 8:17 PM

We first met Gloria in 1975 when we moved to Seaforth. We moved from Seaforth in 1980 but our friendship remained until her death. We have many, many fond memories of lots of laughs and good times. We were very fortunate that Gloria was a part of our lives, she will be missed. Our sympathies to Ron and the family.

Condolence from Edie Taylor and Laurence Taylor on August 8th, 2022 9:50 PM

To Ron and family so sorry to hear the news,Gloria and I went to High school together and sat in the science lab together strict teacher ,.not sure about Gloria but I broke a lot of test tubes A lot of great memories of Gloria took 4-H together ,
Lots of Love
,Edie and Laurence

Condolence from Lorraine Nelemans on August 9th, 2022 8:21 AM

Thinking of you all during this difficult time
Rest In Peace Gloria

Condolence from John and Anne Middegaal on August 9th, 2022 10:06 AM

We are very sorry for your loss .Remember the good times

Condolence from Liz Varley on August 9th, 2022 10:17 AM

Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian, Don and Families

I was saddened to hear of Gloria,s passing. Hopefully with the beautiful picture chosen as a tribute and great memories shared will provide more smiles than tears.

Take Care Everyone!
Love Liz Varley

Condolence from Joyce Ribey on August 9th, 2022 11:00 AM

Dear Ron, Glenda, Stephen, Brad, Sharryl and families and Don, Carol and family
I wish to express my sincere sympathy to all of you. I have many fond memories of Gloria from the days you owned Freeze King and also from the kitchen of Northside Church. Ross was fond of you all and enjoyed many a visit with you. May Gloria rest in peace.

Condolence from Bill and Dianne Beuerman on August 9th, 2022 12:31 PM

Our sincere condolences to all the Riley family.

Condolence from Tammy Martene on August 9th, 2022 12:51 PM

Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian and families
Our heartfelt condolences to you at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cherish your memories!
Pete and Tammy Martene

Condolence from bruce austin on August 9th, 2022 2:04 PM

So very sorry for your loss Ron and your family

Condolence from jason hulzebos on August 9th, 2022 3:25 PM

Sorry for your loss Ron and family. Its Jason Hulzebos from the Blyth Steam Show. I will talk to you later Ron and Family.

Condolence from Grace and Wayne Wiggins on August 9th, 2022 4:49 PM

Dear Ron and family, our hearts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. What a beautiful picture you have to honour Gloria’s memory.

Condolence from Eileen and Leo Greidanus on August 9th, 2022 5:59 PM

Thinking of you at this sad time ……our sincere sympathy in the loss of Gloria
she will be missed by many . treasure the memories they are priceless

Condolence from John and Karen Menheere on August 9th, 2022 7:29 PM

So sorry Ron and your Family of Gloria’s passing. Hope the good memories, Gloria and you shared at the Freeze King, campgrounds in Texas and Florida, and SDHC will help you at this difficult sad time. RIP GLORIA

Condolence from Patti & Dave Spence on August 9th, 2022 9:09 PM

So very sorry for your family’s loss. I have many happy memories of Gloria at the Freeze King! Such a lovely picture of a lovely soul.

Condolence from Kathy Dale on August 10th, 2022 1:25 AM

Deepest sympathy to all. A life well lived leaves many memories to hold dear.

Condolence from Wayne Hugill and Judy Wood Hugill on August 10th, 2022 1:53 PM

Our sincere sympathy to Ron and the Riley family on the passing of Gloria.

Condolence from Anne and Lyle on August 10th, 2022 7:23 PM

Dear Ron , Glenda, Brian and families, Don and family , Gloria was such a kind person we had many good times over the years she will be missed , you have all the good memories to hold onto talk and laugh about .
RIP my friend
Anne and Lyle

Condolence from Ann Cronin on August 11th, 2022 7:24 AM

Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian and families,
Sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. I enjoyed working at the Freeze King while in high school and have great memories. Keeping you in my Thoughts and Prayers.
Ann (Janmaat) Cronin

Condolence from Marian Pullman on August 11th, 2022 9:12 AM

To Ron and all of the Riley Family:
I was very sad to hear of Gloria’s passing. She was a very good friend of mine and I enjoyed our many visits at the Freeze King . My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Marian

Condolence from Vince Pelss on August 12th, 2022 8:56 AM

I am so sorry.
I will always fondly remember Gloria.
She was a big part of my life.
A great roll model, a great person.
A force.
Good memories.

Condolence from Don & Kathy Pletsch on August 12th, 2022 11:16 AM

Dear Ron, Glenda, Brian and families, and Don and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing. She always greeted you with the best smile and warm words. Many hours spent at the Freeze King, catching up on what was new but also visits at home too. Gloria will be missed for her many kindnesses. Our hearts go out to you.

Condolence from Don and Christine Poelman on August 12th, 2022 9:05 PM

Sending our deepest condolences Ron, Glenda and Steve, Brian and Sharryl and families. Gloria was a lovely lady who always took the time to chat whenever we saw her. Will be thinking about you ❤️

Condolence from Deb Cooper on August 13th, 2022 1:26 PM

Ron ,Glenda, Brian and families
So sorry to hear of Gloria’s passing, we always had great conversations and she was always glad to share her grandchildrens stories and ask of our kids. Rest in Peace Gloria
Dave and Deb Cooper

Condolence from Mary on August 16th, 2022 9:37 AM

Dear Ron and family. The Longstaff family would like send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I always enjoyed our chats at the house when we would see each other. Gloria getting all the family news and asking for Bunn and John Longstaff. She kept an eye on them which was nice. Also you were such kind neighbours and of course the Freeze King. We loved to come and eat the foot longs with onions and burger and most of all the ice cream. We still compare soft serve everywhere to yours. Glenda I’m sure had a secret recipe. Lots of memories and part of Seaforth. Keep well. The Longstaff family

Condolence from Gillian Hurley on August 18th, 2022 12:14 PM

Glenda, My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort and strength in loved ones, and cherish memories with your mom. Thinking of you.

Gillian Hurley

Condolence from Shirley Carter on August 20th, 2022 11:23 AM

Ron and family,
Just hearing about Gloria’s passing. It has been awhile since we have had a chat but have many memories of Gloria dating back to high school days. Always such a happy and caring person. So sorry to hear of her passing. She will be greatly missed but I know that she will have left many happy memories to treasure.

Ross and Shirley Carter, Clinton

Condolence from Ann (Rivers) Preszcator on August 21st, 2022 5:03 PM

Dear Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Condolence from Roger & Betty Nelson on August 26th, 2022 7:55 AM

Dear Ron and family,
We are so sorry to learn of Gloria’s passing. We certainly had some good times with you and Gloria, it was a privilege to have had her in our lives.

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