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Gloria R. Velez, 89

December 06, 2021

Gloria R. Velez, 89 of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 6, 2021. Born in Las Marias, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Jose and America (Santiago) Ruiz.

Gloria was a devout Christian throughout her life. She loved plants and flowers, and was a great cook. More than anything, Gloria enjoyed spending time with her beloved family.

Gloria is survived by her 6 children: Miguel Velez, Carmen Brubaker (Barry), Angel Velez (MariLou), Marisa DeJesus (Emilio), Ronald Marrero, and Geronimo Gonzalez; 2 sisters Carmen Tapia and Lucila Ruiz, 2 grandchildren Sheryl Goff and Kelly Bartos, her niece Olga Betancourt, and other grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband in 2003.

A viewing time will be held from 9-11 AM on Monday, December 13 at Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St., Lancaster, PA 17602. A funeral service will take place at 11 AM with interment at Conestoga Memorial Park to follow.

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Condolences to the Family

December 13, 2021

Carmen and Barry: I was sorry to read of the passing of your Mother and Mother-in-law.  May she rest in peace knowing how much she was loved.
Vicki Swayne

December 13, 2021

My condolences to  Kitty, Galeno, Cheryl and the rest of Gloria’s family from James, and the Montanez family. May God comfort all of you on the loss of Gloria. 

December 11, 2021

I’m sorry for your loss. It was always a pleasure to see her

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Monday, December 13, 2021
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
414 East King Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
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