Gloria Shores
March 24, 2020
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Gloria (Shaw) Shores, age 68, of Des Moines Iowa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 1:30 p.m.
Gloria was born August 3, 1951 in Chicago, Illinois, second daughter to Ronald and Ruth (Croom) Shaw. Gloria had five sisters: Charlotte, Carol, Elizabeth, Diana, and Adrian.
Gloria married Raymond Hill who preceded her in death. In 1984, she married Mark Shores, who also preceded her in death.
Gloria raised five children and one granddaughter.
Gloria attended Marshall High School in Chicago, Illinois. Throughout her life she was active and loved running and playing softball. Throughout Gloria’s life she worked at Ford Motor Company and held various job positions. Gloria was very creative. She made her own jewelry and loved to create frames for the vast number of pictures and caricatures that she had of her children, family, and friends.
Gloria was a faithful member of the Jehovah Witnesses for more than 42 years. Her religion and strong faith in God were very important to her and led her to encourage others. She enjoyed sharing scriptures and giving biblical testimonies. Throughout her life she introduced many to her faith.
Gloria was such a free-spirit. She loved to explore- whether walking around or driving a from place to place seeking adventure. She moved to Des Moines, Iowa in February 2014, where she loved the comforts of the area.
Gloria was a caring and loving person who loved to sing and entertain with family and friends. Throughout her life, Gloria had many friends who were very fond of her. Gloria’s radiant smile, infectious personality, and humor were always a delight.
Gloria is survived by her children, Gerald B. Shaw (Tonya), Anthony M. Shaw, Louise Q. Davis (Michael); and a host of grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, family and a host of treasured friends.
She was preceded in death by her daughters, Gwendolyn Eileen Shaw, Kimberly Ruth Strahan, and her parents, Ronald and Ruth.
In light of the development of the COVID-19 precautions, no public visitation will be held. A memorial service of a celebration of Gloria’s life will be held in Chicago, IL at a later date.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Lenora Blackamore
04/03/2020
Gerald, Anthony and Louise, I am truly sorry to hear about your mom. We shared alot of good times together growing up and even though we don't see each other as much. I still consider you guys my family. One day soon we will see all Jehovah's promises fulfilled and be welcoming back Gloria and her beautiful smile. Love you guys very much.
Darryl Hammond
04/03/2020
I am so sorry to hear about this, my prayers will be with you and your family. You have raised a wonderful son in Anthony, I will continue to make sure he stays strong for the family.
Gloria Nicholson
04/03/2020
I'm so sorry for the death of your. mom.My love prayers and condolene for the family. Gloria has always been my friend and faithful sister. I met her at my first assembly. Iook forward to seeing her big smile and loving personality again in New World. May Jehovah keep the family in his love and comfort at this time of sorry and the family is in my prayers.
Lenoir family
04/02/2020
We are very sorry to hear about your mother and our friend, Gloria. We know you all are hurting and our hearts hurts for all of you. So I want you to know we are praying for all of you asking Jehovah to give you all strength.
Sherry Crittle
04/02/2020
Louise,Gerald and Anthony. I am truly sorry for your lost. I will always remember your mothers beautiful smile. I loved hearing her sing at the meetings she knew how to harmonize. I pray Jehovah will comfort you during this time. Always remember Jehovah will never forget his loyal servants. Your mom is safe in his memory. We will welcome her back in paradise. Know that we love you and are here for you.
Kim E Jackson
04/02/2020
My friend, I really miss you and all the good times we had learning about Jehovah with our children! We have walked our field Service territory... To the Assembly Hall on 79th Street and as Louise reminded me , we even walked downtown! We had such innocent fun serving "the Happy God"! We were mothers with little means... But our trust in Jehovah, proved that he provides for those ones like us with little means... just like the birds... He showed us how valuable we were to Him!
Gloria IS my True Friend! Gloria, WE will be on the balcony waiting for you & the girls, in the resurrection???????? See you soon
The Boones
04/02/2020
Gerald, Anthony, & Louise. We truly will miss your mom as we do your sisters Kimberly and Gwendolyn. You are all very dear to us. Over the 40 years of knowing you from 69th & May, all of you are truly family to us.
Your lost is our lost. Gloria had so many wonderful attributes that just made you feel welcomed and at home in her company. No one was a stranger nor ever felt alone. Comforting, loyal and helpful always, are the things we'll always cherish the most when we remember Gloria.
May our memories of the good times with Gloria comfort us all, until Jehovah calls and she answer in the resurrection.
Pat/Anna Ross
04/02/2020
Our heart, Love and prayers got out to the family. Remember memories are never forgotten. Gloria was definitely loved by us and She will never be forgotten. Rev 21:3,4. Our Creator promise very soon death will be a thing of the past.
Love you ALL
Pat and Anna Ross
Shanna J.
04/02/2020
My condolences to you all. When I heard this unexpected news about Sister Shores, I was in shock! It still seems like a terrible dream. Such a beautiful woman; caring, loving, and graceful is no longer able to laugh or grace us with her beautiful smile. Eventhough we were miles apart, when she heard I was sick, she offered me support and tons of encouragement. I had no idea we would not see or speak to one another again because of death's separation. I know this is a difficult time for all of you her children, grandchildren and family because you have loss someone so precious and so very dear. In your grief, know that you are not alone. Jehovah is fully aware and in his due time, he will call and she will answer (Job 14:14,15). I look forward to our seeing her again...it's just around the corner. May you be comforted beyond measure. Hugs to you all.
Quintella Barnes
04/02/2020
The pain of losing a loved one is almost unbearable. JEHOVAH will help us get through it and give us comfort and ease our pain. The Bible assures is that JEHOVAH will wake Gloria up in his due time and we will enjoy sweet association again. Until then, the family has my prayers and condolences.
Falesha Drew Knight
04/02/2020
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to the family of Gloria. The memory of her is etched in so many of my significant life events as well as just everyday fond memories. She felt like a member of the family. Her kindness was immeasurable. Her smile was contagious and she was a consistently authentic person, which is what made her so beloved by so many. She is already immensely missed and she will continue to reside in our memories and to remain a permanent fixture of our stories and in our hearts. Again, I am sending an abundance of love and comfort to her family and you will continue to be in my prayers. May the God of all comfort guard your hearts and your mental powers during this time of difficulty.
Vera Drew
04/02/2020
Gloria was truly my friend I loved her for a long time.She was truly a unique soul I don't know anyone like her .She loved her God n her whole life reflected.I look so forward to seeing my friend soon in world where she will never suffer or die again.(Rev.21:3,4)..I am so sorry for the loss of your mom n your grandmother.May Jehovah calm your heart as you grieve.Know they I too share your grieve.Love you all very much.
Gwen Horton
04/02/2020
Sorry for your loss especially during these particularly trying times. We have a hope that we must keep in mind at Revelations 21:3-4. Your family will remain in my prayers.
Anecia Booker
04/02/2020
To the family and friends of Gloria, I offer my deepest condolences during this difficult time. May Jehovah comfort and strengthen you. You all are in my prayers.
Charles Furrey
04/02/2020
We will miss Gloria's support of our Thursday field service group. She's of the old school, not afraid of the weather, snow or rain didn't keep her from coming. Usually her little blue Fiat was first to arrive. If she couldn't get it to go, then came the phone call "Please come and get me". Gloria's support at the KH meetings is worthy of imitation. Her comments had spiritual depth showing that she prepared well for every meeting.
We have sadness now at her death, but think of the great joy we'll have at her resurrection when we can shout with gladness in seeing Gloria again!