On Sunday, July 21, 2019, Gloria Ann Shulak passed away peacefully at age 74.
Gloria Ann (Dersher) Shulak was born on August 1, 1944 in Toledo, Ohio, to Henry and Beatrice (Moskowitz) Dersher. Gloria married David Shulak, with whom she raised two children, Judd and Tammi. In her early life, Gloria attended cosmetology school and was a hairdresser in Toledo, Ohio, until she moved to Miami, Florida and then Phoenix, Arizona where she worked in jewelry sales.
Gloria was preceded in death by her father, Henry, her mother, Beatrice, her husband David, her son, Judd, her sister Evelyn, and her brother, Charles. She is survived by her daughter, Tammi, her sister Joanne, and several nieces and nephews.
Gloria will be greatly missed, and her infectious laugh, kind and loving heart, and feisty wit will live on in all those that knew and loved her. Her greatest joys were her two children and her greatest love was being their mother.
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Tributes
Tammi Shulak wrote on Mar 9, 2023:
"Mommy, stopped by to tell you that I'm always thinking of you and missing you just as much as the day that I lost you. I still feel you around me, but what I wouldn't do to feel one of your warm, loving hugs again. I wish I could bring you a Starbucks Mocha Frappe with one of your favorite pastries. I kinda lost it when I saw what Cameron wrote here, since Cameron passed in 2021 from Covid. I miss talking to him so much, I can sti? hear his voice in my mind. I wish you could see my house, you'd love the way that I decorated. I love you more than all of the stars in the galaxy, your devoted daughter, Tamz"
Tammi Shulak wrote on Oct 31, 2020:
"I just came by and I had no idea that some of my friends and neighbors wrote here in August of 2019. I love all of you who have touched my life in one way or another.. Thank you so much for remembering my mommy.. Tonight is Halloween 2020 and mom, dad and Judd had so much fun on this night when they were here with me.. Dad would pass out candy,, Judd would be partying with his friends and mom and I would be doing back rubs while I made her watch scary shows on TV. She never did like Ghost Adventures but she thought Zak Bagans was cute! Im really missing all of them so much. Im having a really hard time now. Ive lost 85% of my hair and I was diagnosed with Thyroid disease and I hope that the med they put me on, brings some of it back, as well as gives me some energy again. Im so close to shaving my head! Anyway, Im getting tired, so I\'ll end this by saying I miss all of you and thank you for remembering us! Ill try to check in again soon to see if anyone writes here.............
Love, Tamz, Fleegie, beary, and beaver, (all of the nicknames Ive gone by over the years!)"
kim briggs wrote on Aug 13, 2019:
"For some reason I felt compelled to check in on you and Tammi and came across this! Though Sweet Tammi will miss you here, I know you will greet your son Judd again now. So Thankful for our time with you precious neighbors!! Love to you Tammi!! The Briggs"
Glen Thompson wrote on Aug 11, 2019:
"Sending lots of love and condolences on the passing of your mother. Take comfort in the relationship you had and the love you both shared. Her memory will live on in your heart of hearts."
Ian Thomas wrote on Aug 10, 2019:
"Bless you Gloria, for raising such a wonderful loving daughter, Tammi. I, like many others, am honoured to call her a friend, though we have never met in person. Rest in peace."
Leo Barry wrote on Aug 10, 2019:
"Rest easy. You are loved"
Patrick S. Savory wrote on Aug 10, 2019:
"Mrs. Shulak, I am so sorry to hear of your passing, but I am comforted by memories of better times, when I'd come to your house to visit Tammi. You were always so welcoming, and always so sweet to me. Your laughter was infectious! Tammi, I am sending you the biggest hugs, doll. May you be comforted with sweet thoughts of your mom!"
Andrew DEluca wrote on Aug 10, 2019:
"My dear friend Tammi... I know how much your loved your Mom... my heart and prayers go out to you and her... Love AJ"
Ralph Tirella III wrote on Aug 10, 2019:
"It is sad to hear about your loss. i would lend you my strength in your time of need, but i know you you are strong enough because your mother will always be with you. She will never be forgotten through you. Hope you are doing well."
Tony Nevinski wrote on Aug 9, 2019:
"i am going to miss her she was a sweet lady"
Debra Savage Kurz wrote on Aug 9, 2019:
"My dear Tammi,
I can?t imagine both the lose she endured and all the ones you have, perhaps this being the most difficult. I hope she knows how much you are loved. I believe this was her hope for you. May she rest now and I pray for your broken heart "
Tammi Shulak wrote on Aug 9, 2019:
"Thank you all for leaving condolences for my mommy. She was my best friend in the world (and you are too, manimal! haha) I loved her more than two people could possibly love one another. We had our ups and downs and even though mom thought that I had a difficult life, it was so fulfilled with her by my side.
I feel you around me every day mom, just like you promised for your entire life.
Tara found the notes that you wrote to me and Judd in 1986. I read the notes at a meeting today and I cried, missing your daily calls and our weekly visits, so terribly. I cant tell you how many times I reach for the phone to call you and tell you something about my day, and I burst out in tears, because I cant call you anymore. I just have to remember that you are free of pain and you are all around me. All of the time. I miss you every second of every day and all I can pray for, is peace now. I just want to have the final surgery And be able to walk normally and then I can go on with my life. I tried not to have any regrets about your passing, but my one regret, is that you didnt get to see me walk without assistance.
I am getting your signs and I even took a picture of one today and sent it to Tara. So many unbelievable signs are coming from you, it's amazing! Keep trying to send signs as its helping me to heal. I know you are there, even in your letter from 1986, you promised to be around for the rest of my life. Well mom, I cant guarantee that I will live very long, but I can guarantee that you and I will be together again, with Dad and Judd one day.
Honestly, I am no longer afraid of dying because I know that you will all be there for me when my time comes. I'll try to travel like you always wanted me to, despite my fears. I will keep Bebe and Zeke happy until I pass. They are doing so well, you'd be so proud if you saw them. They keep me sane, these birds! I love them as if they were my children.
Mommy, keep sending signs baby, I'm acknowledging them and so is everyone else! Yasmine had a beautiful dream about you and I will patiently wait for my turn to have that miraculous dream. Please let me remember it too, haha!
I have to go sit with the birds now, I just got home and I haven't even changed yet, but something urged me to leave a message for you here right away. I am so grateful for the messages that everyone has left for you so may people loved you mom, more people than you would ever be able to remember. I sent this out to as many people as I could, but I need to find your address book, so I can call the rest if your friends! Can you help me find it?
I know you can! I love you more than every grain of rice on earth! One more thing.....let me know if there are any blearified people in heaven!
Your loving daughter,
Tammalina loo loo"
Tammi Shulak wrote on Aug 9, 2019:
"Oh Kim, thank you so much for thinking of us and leaving a beautiful message for my mom. You were so good to us and we loved and STILL love you so very much! I hope you are well and that life has left you with many good memories. You and your daughter are in my thoughts and prayers! Much love <3 <3 <3"
Santos Duran wrote on Aug 1, 2019:
"Tammi my dearest and most sincere condolences! I personally didn?t know your mother but i am here to support you. Losing a loved one is definitely not easy but it is a very good and positive thing to lean towards those who love you the most in times of grieving!!! Love you and God bless and accompany you and your family in this difficult time!!!"
Kim (Bell) Koberstein wrote on Jul 28, 2019:
"Tammi, I don't know if you remember me. I used to clean for you in Toledo. My name is Kim. My heart was saddened when I saw those eyes in the obituary column today. She has had and you do as well, such heartache losing her husband and son, your dad and brother. I adopted her as my mom. She taught me so much. She was so strong even through those migraines. Last we talked was Judd's terrible accident and passing. My deepest sympathies go out to you. Her memory will always be in-bedded in my heart. Hugs to you. May she rest in peace and be rejoined with family."
Stephanie, Zach, and Max Miller wrote on Jul 25, 2019:
"How we will miss our sweet Aunt Gola!! We will remember your adorable laugh will and your pearls of wisdom forever. You will always be in our hearts! We love you!!!"
Amy R. wrote on Jul 24, 2019:
"Sending you lots of love and hugs!!! Mom's smile is amazing and warm ! If you need anything I am a call away..... All my love Xoxo"
Camise wrote on Jul 23, 2019:
"Gloria you are an amazing ,loving fun filled woman it's a pleasure help caring for you there's not a day by u don't makes me laugh she have the brightest smiles the loudest laughter she's so kind hearted I appreciate every thing that she have done for me like my birthday was so special she made me join her daughter Tammi on her special day and gave us a great party omg I'm telling you this woman is so awesome Gloria I will never ever forget you I missed you so much u will always be in my heart .camise"
Linda Zaharia wrote on Jul 23, 2019:
"Gloria you were loved by so many, it was an honor to meet you and provide care for you. You made me laugh during the most difficult time in my life, I enjoyed our time together going to In N Out one of our favorite spots eating together in the car and sharing our animal style French fries, riding the store scooters together and getting stuck in the street while my battery died you couldn?t stop laughing . I love you and miss you, every laughter with you soo much. Love Linda Z"
Yasmin Olivarez wrote on Jul 23, 2019:
"I will miss you so much and you?ll always be in my heart. You?ve taught me so many things in life and I?ll always be grateful for you. Rest In Peace Ms Gloria, I?ll love you forever <3"
Cameron Monaco wrote on Jul 23, 2019:
"Gloria,
While I didn't get the chance to meet you in person. Spending so much time with your daughter, I feel like I knew you. The few times we did get to talk, left me grateful for the chance to experience your wonderful sense of humor and immeasurable love for your daughter. Speaking of that, I know you are watching and don't you worry. She has many friends that love her and we will all be there for her."
JOANNE DOMONKOS wrote on Jul 23, 2019:
"Gloria was my middle sister. She is the last living sibling. I will miss you sis so much. I love you from the moon and back. I always looked up to you & your knowledge. Blessings"
Christine M Waters wrote on Jul 22, 2019:
"Gloria was an amazing woman. She was always funny and always so happy. She will be greatly missed."
Tara Miller wrote on Jul 22, 2019:
"Oh sweet Gloria, how I will miss you! You were a light to all those around you and I know you will continue to be from the other side. I love you and Tammi both and know you will be with her for the rest of her life. I'm so happy you are at peace Mamma Gloria! XOXO"