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Gloria Simmons Kotur

10/26/1924 - 5/16/2020

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Obituary For Gloria Simmons Kotur

Gloria Simmons Kotur, 95, went to be with her Lord on May 16, 2020 at the Scioto Community in Columbus, Ohio. She was born October 26, 1924 and grew up in Follansbee, WV. After her marriage to Sam Kotur on January 22, 1948, she lived in Wintersville, Ohio for the next 65 years. Gloria became a registered nurse in 1944, graduating from the US Cadet Nursing Program at Ohio Valley Hospital; making a career at the Gill Hospital and St. John Medical Center. She was a member of Two Ridges Presbyterian Church, Wintersville Womans Association, and past president of both the nursing association and Martha Manor Board. Preceding Gloria in death were her husband, Sam Kotur; father Carl Simmons, mother Catherine Lanigan Geary; and siblings Ethel, Carlene, Betty and Edward.

Gloria is survived by her daughter Catherine Kotur Grigg of Columbus; son Mark (Linda) Kotur of Galloway, OH; two grandchildren Nathan Kotur & Brittany Kotur; great grandson Hunter Samuel Kotur; brother Carl Simmons of Silverdale, WA; many nieces and nephews.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be no services at this time. A memorial service will be announced in the fall.

Per Gloria’s request, donations may be made to Two Ridges Church, 1085 Canton Road, Wintersville, Ohio 43953-4114. (No flowers please).

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  • 09/03/2024

    Maria Murphree

    Aunt Gloria brought joy and love to all of us and we will miss her greatly.With love,your west-coast cousins- Joann/Bob, Maria/Ron, Ed/Michelle,and Uncle Carl

  • 09/03/2024

    Doug and Kathy Birney

    We were fortunate to be next door neighbors with Gloria for years before she relocated to Columbus.She was the kindest woman and best neighbor we could of asked for.We had talks at the fence many times,she always had a smile for us and a hello to our dog,Skye.Many times we would find a freshly baked nut roll on our front porch and they were the BEST.We have missed Gloria since the day she moved.We would like to offer our sympathy to the great family she had.

  • 09/03/2024

    Diane Kotur

    I want to offer my deepest sympathy to Gloria s family. As a fellow nurse I had the pleasure of knowing & working with Gloria. She was a very kind & compassionate person. May she Rest In Peace. Sincerely, The Unrelated Kotur's Diane & Tom.

  • 09/03/2024

    Theresa Czaruk Stotler

    Memory Eternal

  • 09/03/2024

    Sheila Gump Riffle

    I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was one of my favorite people.

  • 09/03/2024

    Linda (Daily) Corder

    Cathy, Mark and family,                                                                                                                         Your kind and friendly mother lived a long life.  It has been awhile since I last seen her at Tim Hortons in Steubenville with her church friends.  Sending my sincere sympathy.  Your long time ago neighbor.                                                                                                              Linda (Daily) Corder

  • 09/03/2024

    Nancy Rousey

    Amazing lady,always a joy to be around,wonderful nurse.

  • 09/03/2024

    Curtis & Joan Doan

    Dear Cathy, Mark  & families. your Mother and Grandmother was  a good neighbor  and a wonderful friend.  Gloria and I were in club  together for many years. I have really missed her.  our children  loved your  parents.  our  Deepest Sympathy  Love  & Prayers Curtis, Joan, young Kurt, Darla, Kevin and Amiee .Doan

  • 09/03/2024

    Denise Habunek

    Mark and family, My deepest sympathies to you and your family  I was sorry to hear about your mom's passing.  I know it's hard.  My (our) mom passed away in October, 2018.  I'm sure you have wonderful memories of her and that's a comfort.  Memories are God's way of letting us hold on, while letting go.  Take care.  Denise Habunek

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