Gladys E. Turner Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Gladys E. Turner (State College, Pennsylvania), whose life came to an end on February 12, 2025 at the age of 96, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gladys E. Turner to show support.
As Gladys departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Gladys. Though Gladys may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Carl Ecklund and Elmira Ecklund; her former husband Norman G. Parko of Philipsburg, PA; her husband W. Elwood Turner of Philipsburg, PA; and her brother Lawrence Ecklund.
She is survived by: her sons, Larry A. Parko (Nancy) of Pleasant Gap, PA and Norman C. Parko (Tawna) of Bloomsburg, PA; and her sister Dorothy Ecklund of Palmyra, PA. She is also survived by 5 Grandchildren; 3 Step Grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, February 18th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Koch Funeral Home (2401 S Atherton St, State College, PA 16801). A memorial service was held on Tuesday, February 18th 2025 at 3:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Wednesday, February 19th 2025 at the Fruit Hill Cemetery N (120 Fruit Hill Rd, New Millport, PA 16861).
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Memorial Fund at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 250 East College Avenue, State College, PA 16801.
