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Gloria Jean Shank, 75

October 25, 2023

Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Gloria Jean Shank of Lancaster PA who passed away at the age of 75 on October 25, 2023. She was the daughter of Betty and Harvey Shank.

Gloria attended Lancaster area schools and graduated from Penn Manor High School. She worked for J.L. Clark for over fifty years. Gloria enjoyed gardening and yard work. She was also an avid card player. But, above all she loved to spend time with family and friends.

Gloria is predeceased by her parents, her brother Robert Shank and her life partner Charles R. Gray. She is survived by her daughter, Lori Ann Shank of Lancaster, PA; her brothers: Kevin Shank (Crystal) of Mascoutah, IL, William Shank of Lancaster, PA and Brian Shank (Karen) of Lancaster, PA; Granddaughters, Erika Lynn Shank, of Lancaster, PA, Tatianna Hoyle of Atlanta, GA; her Great-grandsons Quadir Nduka and Cameron Bailey of Lancaster, PA and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

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Condolences to the Family

November 18, 2023

Gloria was a coworker and friend from way back. I remember the love she had for Lori Ann and her granddaughter Erika. So sorry for your loss. She was an amazing woman and will be missed.

November 05, 2023

Dear family of Gloria Jean,
We have very fond memories of Gloria Jean.
Sorry to hear of her passing. 
May God comfort your hearts in this time of loss.
Praying for you all. Love,
Cheryl and Rick Burkholder 

November 05, 2023

RIP Gloria your father was my dads brother Norman Shank not sure if we ever met but I remember your parents 
Deborah M Shank Drake

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