Gloria “Glo” Alice Petrucci passed away on January 10tLh, 2021 at the age of 54 years young, in the town of Glen Burnie, Maryland. Born on May 4th, 1966, she was the daughter of Carlo and Angie Petrucci. Gloria attended Hammond High School and graduated in 1984.

Gloria’s battle with serious medical issues in the past 5 years showed her courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the trials associated with her illnesses, Gloria was happy and comfortable until the end.

Gloria was an unmatched beauty, with a kind soul and a strong will. Her best friends shared many amazing stories of cherished moments from her childhood.

Throughout her adult life, she worked tirelessly to provide for her children John, Matt, Calvin, and Christopher so they could have a better life, all while bettering herself with higher education.

Gloria loved to laugh, dance, and have a good time with her family and friends. Her favorite musician was Billy Joel, and her favorite musicals were The Sound of Music and Grease.

Gloria is survived by: her children, John Lofton IV, Matt Lofton, Calvin Lofton, and Christopher Hardman, her mother Angie, her brothers and sisters, David, Maria, Paul, Giana, Angela, Danny, Diana, and Lisa.

Gloria will be honored with an in-person Celebration of Life Sunday July 25th from 3pm - 5pm at Seibel's Restaurant in Burtonsville, MD. Her Memorial Video can be viewed on YouTube at the following url: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ik0xXpjQClA    Expressions of sympathy and memorial donations can be found on Gloria’s Memorial GoFundMe Page at the following URL: https://www.gofundme.com/f/payingtribute-to-gloria-petrucci   

After COVID ends and in-person gatherings are safe, we will celebrate her life again with an in-person Memorial. Details to be announced at a later date on social media and her GoFundMe page.

Rest in Peace, Gloria. You will be dearly missed by your friends and family.