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In Loving Memory
Gloria Jean Johnson
10/18/1946 - 7/26/2010
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Mrs. Gloria Jean Johnson, 63, of  St. Cloud, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 26, 2010 at her residence surrounded by her loving family.  She was the wife of Ron Johnson.  Gloria was born in LaSalle, Illinois on October 18, 1946, the daughter of Phillip F. and Juanita D. (Ferrell) Baratta.  Gloria is survived by her mother, Juanita D. Ferrell of Ottawa, IL; a daughter, Kathy Zaverl of LaSalle, IL; a son, Frank Zaverl of Laguna Hills, CA; sisters, Grace Watlend of Ottawa, IL, Christa and Joanne of Mendota, IL; a brother, Samuel Barrata of Mendota, IL; sister-in-law, Betty Lou Cerri of Chatham, IL; niece, Julie Cerri of St. Louis, MO; brother-in-law, John Johnson of Lakeland, FL; and nephew, Andrew Johnson, also of Lakeland, FL.  A memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 4th from 6-9 PM in the funeral home chapel.  A memorial service will be conducted at 7:30 PM, also on August 4th, with Pastor Rick Fiechter of the Connection Church officiating.  In lieu of flowers, Gloria's husband will take donations to be made to various charities and needy families to continue the memory of Gloria and her determination to help others in need.  Arrangements under the direction of Osceola Memory Gardens Funeral Home, 2000 13th Street, St. Cloud, FL 34769; 407.957.2511; www.osceolamemgds.com.

 






Online Condolences
From: Ed and Jackie Bruski   Lasalle
Relationship:  Friend

Ron and Family Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy in Gloria's passing. As you all know she was a wonderful lady. She will always be remembered fondly by all whose lives she touched. Soar with the Angels Glo. We love you !
Sent:  7/28/2010
From: Jacky Albino   Orlando
Relationship:  Co-work & Friend

Ms Glo, I going to miss her so much. I will always keep the family in my prayer, specially Ronnie. With Love Always, Jacky Albino
Sent:  7/29/2010
From: Marilyn Santiago   Orlando
Relationship:  Co-Worker

Ms.Glo was one of & is one of a kind. She was so loved because of the person she was. she taught me to be strong when i was at my weakest. I will miss her dearly but i know that God has something better for her. I love you and always will. She will forever be in my Heart. Ron we are here for you dont forget & God Bless you now and always.
Sent:  7/29/2010
From: Gilda Morales   orlando
Relationship:  co-worker

Mrs Gloria: Your are Gone from my sight, but never from my memories. Gone from my touch, but never my heart. Love you Always
Sent:  7/29/2010
From: Theresa Moffett   Orlando
Relationship:  friend & Co-worker

My condolences go out to the family and friends of Miss Gloria. She is the most positive person I have ever known.Just being around her you had to smile. May GOD bless and keep everyone strong in this time of sorrow.
Sent:  7/29/2010
From: Mini Perez   Orlando
Relationship:  Co-worker/Friend

Ms. Gloria was a very special friend to me I always looked up to her always was there for me when I was down to sheer me up. She was unique, I will always have her in my heart. Will miss her dearly. Ronnie, GOD BLESS YOU! and I will keep you and the family in my prayers. Love Mini
Sent:  7/30/2010
From: Yvonne Robinson   Orlando
Relationship:  Friend

Mrs Gloria, I will miss you, forever in my heart. Ronnie you are in my prayers and if there is anything I can do please let me know.
Sent:  7/30/2010
From: Sylvia (Pepper) McGee   Deltona
Relationship:  Co-Worker

It was a pleasure knowing you Glo," The flowers will die, the sun will set, you are someone I'll never forget" Love you always
Sent:  7/30/2010
From: Towanda Hamilton-Poitier   orlando
Relationship:  co-work and friend

• Mrs. Gloria it was a pleasure knowing u.! But God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. Love you always. Mr. Ronnie your family is in my prayers. Stay strong…
Sent:  7/30/2010
From: Towanda Hamilton-Poitier   Orlando
Relationship:  co-worker and Friend

Mrs. Gloria it was a pleasure knowing u.! But God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to me." With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. Love you always. Mr. Ronnie your family is in my prayers. Stay strong…
Sent:  7/30/2010
From: Kimberly Campbell   Manhattan
Relationship:  Co-Worker

Gloria was a joy to work with, she always had a smile on her face when I visited the billing center when I was in Orlando. you will be missed, but always in our hearts.
Sent:  7/30/2010
From: RON JOHNSON   ST CLOUD
Relationship:  HUSBAND

HEY BABY, YOUV;E LEFT THIS EARTH,A SAD SAD DAY, SO PEACFULLY YOU LEFT,TO GO GODS WAY, IN MY HEART YOU WILL ALWAYS STAY. YOU GREETED ME EACH MORNING,WITH YOUR FAVORITE SONG AND YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILES, "ITS A GREAT DAY TO BE ALIVE"YOU WOULD ALWAYS SAY,LETS GET ON OUR HARLEY,AND RIDE A FEW MILES. I RIDE ALONE, AS OTHERS SEE, IM NEVER ALONE,YOU ARE RIDING WITH ME. I FEEL ,YOUR TOUCH,YOUR GRACE, AS I RIDE,YOU GUIDE ME TO EACH PLACE. IN MY HEART YOU WILL FOREVER BE, IM GUIDED BY YOU, WITH BEAMING SMILES UPON YOUR FACE, YOU ARE AN ANGEL, AN ANGEL OF GRACE. I LOVE YOU SO,AND AS YOU ALWAYS WOULD SAY,I KNOW YOU LOVE ME RONNY,YOU SHOW IT TO ME ,IN EVERY WAY. MY LIFE WITH YOU,ALWAYS FULL OF BLISS, A REMINDER EACH DAY, A LITTLE KISS, THE TASTE OF YOUR LIPS,YOUR TOUCH,YOUR SMILE,IS ALWAYS WITH ME,AS I RIDE EACH MILE. YOU LED ME TO GOD, WAS A THIRTY YEAR RIDE, WHEN GOD CALLS TO ME AND MY TIME COMES, WE'LL BE TOGETHER AGAIN, A HUSBAND,WITH HIS GLORIOUS BRIDE. I LOVE YOU,SO,SO,MUCH GLORIA. I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR OUR LIVES TOGETHER,AS GOOD AND LOVING AS LIVES SHOULD BE. WE,LL BE TOGTHER AGAIN,AND ALL WILL SEE,THE GREATEST LOVETHAT COULD EVER BE,FOREVER TOGETHER,IN GODS HOME,IN ETERNITY. YOUR HUSBAND, RONNY
Sent:  7/31/2010
From: Dennis & Donna Scarbrough   Kissimmee
Relationship:  Friend

We cannot put into words the sorrow we feel for the loss of Gloria. She touched our lives and will forever be in our hearts. I will always remember her telling you to go "Faster, Ronny, Faster!" as we sped down the turnpike. God bless and keep the family strong. Love, Donna & Dennis
Sent:  7/31/2010
From: Wanda Lawrence   Apopka
Relationship:  Friend

Hot pan, garlic, onion, olive oil. She hums a song while noodles come to a boil. In all the world, there's nothing like feeding her man Ronnie loved it, don't you understand, Her dad taught her what is good from the soil, Nothing is earned, if not through much toil And this is how I come to remember The lady whose laugh is so loud, yet so tender. She has my heart as I have hers, forever.
Sent:  8/1/2010
From: Sheila Rodriguez   Bronx
Relationship:  ex co worker

Ms: Glo Glo The day you layed to rest and closed your eyes for ever the world is a darker place without your smile. You will be missed forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family as we prepare to say our last good byes.. Many blessings
Sent:  8/3/2010
From: Tami Seifert   Oakland
Relationship:  Co-Worker

Ronnie and Family, Gloria was such a wonderful person to anyone she came in contact with. She had such spirit and charisma. I am so honored that I knew her over the years. She was truly a jewel. I can not imagine what it must feel like to lose your best friend, soul mate and love of your life. My thoughts are with you during these difficult times. There is an Irish saying “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal”. That is so true your love for Gloria and your memories can never be erased.
Sent:  8/3/2010
From: Trina Palmer   Orlando
Relationship:  Friend

Mrs.Gloria I will miss your encouraging words ..I can remember everytime I was having a problem deciding what I wanted to do with my life involving school you would always tell me you are young and strong should go for your dreams to the top..I can remember you being strong and standing tall and nothing could get in your way ..I will miss you to no end .Love always Trina -Bean as you call me.
Sent:  8/3/2010
From: Carolyn Gardner   Orlando
Relationship:  Co-Worker/Fried

GOD always takes the Angels early. Gloria was an Angel, she did not have a bad bone in her body. Gloria, YOU will always be in my heart. Ronnie, you are in my Prayers. God Bless you in this time of sorrow.
Sent:  8/3/2010
From: Rebeca James   Orlando
Relationship:  Co-Worker & Friend

Mrs.G, you have trully been a blessing to me. Not just as my supervisor, but as a friend. I always remember your fast walk down the hallway and your silly laugh, was just a joy to hear every day. God has taken you from our sight but not from our heart. You will forever be in my heart. Love You with all... Ronnie my prayer goes out to you and your family. Let me know if there's anything I can do.
Sent:  8/4/2010
From: Kolette Johnson   Lakeland
Relationship:  Niece

My Aunt Gigi was an amazing woman, there was no one like her. I will miss her, especially the way she always cried when she was happy about something. I'll never forget how great of a person she was and I hope one day to be at least half the woman she was. I love you and I'll see you again one day. -Kolette
Sent:  8/4/2010
From: Camille Shivgobin   Poincianna
Relationship:  Supervisor and Friend

My sincere and deepest sympathy to Ronnie and family. We will miss you so much Ms. Glo - now you can stop saying "SORRY" even when you did not do anything wrong you were always apologizing. You are an inspiration to all of us. We know you as a hard knox supervisor, but for the past year you have been a hard knox human. We have seen you at you best, worst and last and at this time I would like to say you are my inspiration of what a "STRONG WOMAN IS" I miss you and you will live in our hearts forever.
Sent:  8/4/2010
From: Pam Boscoe   Orlando
Relationship:  Friend

Gloria I will miss your spirit, your love of life and the joy that you shared with everyone that you came in contact with. You have left wonderful memories and you will remain in my heart forever. Ronnie, my deepest sympathy goes out to you. Gloria loves you so much! She is now your true Angel.
Sent:  8/4/2010
From: Hilda Didier   Orlando
Relationship:  co-worker

Gloria, Life is so unpredictable... I walked into your life as a new employee...little did we know that 5 short years later, we would be here at this point... I want to let you know that I consider you a very dear friend...I will always remember and cherish our time together. We had many times of sharing laughter, tears & many days of heart warming talks together. My life is so much richer for having known you. May you always feel peace and love in God's Kingdom. Ronnie, if you need anything, feel free to call on my husband & I.
Sent:  8/4/2010

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