Gladys E. Thomas

Gladys E. Thomas, age 80 of Arendtsville, passed away December 28th at Gettysburg Hospital. She was born October 26, 1941 in Hanover, a daughter of the late Clarence and Margaret Gladys (Whisler) Hartlaub. Gladys was a waitress and cook for many restaurants in the area, was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Arendtsville and the Upper Adams Senior Center, volunteered at the National Apple Festival for many years, loved her pets and always had a wonderful smile on her face. She also loved playing dominos, kidding around and listening to good stories. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Glenn E. Thomas of Arendtsville; son, Tod R. Thomas and wife, Evelyn of Arendtsville; daughter, Penny A. Thomas of Hanover; grandchildren, Maggie, Rommell, Marie and Sam; great-grandchildren, Basti, Adrian, Layla, Allyson, Dejah, Dayton, Destiny, Ven and Amiaya and great-great-grandson, Terron. She is also survived by her brothers, E. Richard and Charles Elwood; sister, Linda Shue and nieces and nephews, Nancy and Donald, Larry and Carole, Susan and Stephen, Rita and Karen, Randy, Jason, Jeffrey and Justin. Gladys was preceded in death by her brothers, Glenn, Kenneth, George, Jack and Terry. Professional services have been entrusted to the Dugan Funeral Home, Inc., 111 S. Main Street, Bendersville, where family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until time of funeral service at 11:00 AM on Thursday, December 30. Burial at Biglerville Cemetery will be held privately at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Oakside Community Park, PO Box 38, Biglerville PA, 17307.