Gloria Jean Clater
July 31, 2011
Gloria J. Clater, 60, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2011 at her home.
Funeral services will be held at 12 p.m. on Thursday, August 4, 2011 at the Altoona Funeral Home, with burial to follow at Oakwood Cemetery in Pella, Iowa. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service.
Born October 30, 1950, Gloria Jean Clater was the daughter of William and Gertrude (Braafhart) Kelderman. She grew up in Des Moines and graduated from North High School in 1968. Gloria attended cosmetology school and worked as a hair dresser for over 30 years. On December 9, 1977 she was united in marriage to James Clater, to this union one daughter was born, Echo. Gloria enjoyed camping and watching sports, but most of all loved spending time with her family.
Survivors include her husband, Jim; daughter, Echo; grandchildren, Elijah, Elivia, and Ethan; brothers, Ronald and Dennis Kelderman; sisters, Vicky Roby and Linda Aguiniga; and many nieces, nephews, and other extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Jack Kelderman.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the family.
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Andi Frew Davenport
08/07/2011
I am saddened to learn of Gloria's death, and extend my sympathy to all of you. The Kelderman and Frew families go back many years; though we haven't kept in touch, we have fond memories of Gloria and the entire Kelderman family. May God bless you.
Deb Townsend Lind
08/04/2011
I am so saddened to hear of your wife's death, Jim. My heart goes out to you and your family!
Deb Townsend Lind
Nikki Courtney
08/04/2011
My condolences go out to the Clater family. I have known Glo my whole life and I will never forget her ability to make me laugh. She gave me my first perm when I was a child and I will never forget that perm!
My deepest sympathy to Jim and Echo and the rest of the family also.
Love,
Nikki Jo Courtney(Payton)
Debra Morgan(Hill)
08/04/2011
Always know she is with you in your heart and memories, she now will be your guardian angel. Stay strong, for her love is always with you. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Terri Kane
08/04/2011
Echo, although we didn't know your Mom personally, we wanted to express our sympathy to you and your family. Hold on to your memories honey. You are in our thoughts.
Kraig, Terri Luke Jake and Kelsey Kane
Melanie Payton-Connell
08/01/2011
My heart goes out to the entire Clater Family. I have such fond memories of being a little girl and Gloria cutting my hair, making Pork Chops and Chili and being an overall great woman whose snorts of laughter will never be forgotten.
My prayers to all of you during this difficult time. You will be close in my thoughts and heart.
- Mel