Gloria J. Tracht, age 80, of Galion passed away Tuesday October 1, 2024 at her home.
Born April 13, 1944 in Galion, she was the daughter of the late Chester and Belva (Grogg) Schwarer. She is survived by her husband Richard Tracht, whom she married on September 12, 1964. They were married for 60 years.
She was a 1962 graduate of Galion High School. Gloria was a member of Grace Point Church and had formerly played the organ and piano at Peace Lutheran Church. She taught Sunday school for many years and sang for weddings. She enjoyed singing as well as playing cards, taking bus trips and spending time in Amish country. She was a big fan of the Cleveland Guardians. Above all, her greatest love in her life was her family.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children: David Tracht, Stephen (Heidi) Tracht and Julie (Scott) Tinnermeier, and her five grandchildren: Jenae Whitehead, Kaeli Tracht, Tanner Tracht, Tyler Tracht and Luke Tinnermeier.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 – 2:00 PM Thursday October 3, 2024 at Richardson Davis Chapel of Snyder Funeral Homes, 218 South Market St., Galion, Ohio 44833 where services will be held at 2:00 PM with Rev. Paul Walter officiating. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Avita Hospice 1220 N. Market Street, Galion, OH 44833.
Richardson Davis Chapel of Snyder Funeral Homes in Galion is honored to serve the family of Gloria Tracht, and condolences may be made to them at www.SnyderFuneralHomes.com.