Gloria Jean Person was born on January 4, 1951 in Tuskegee, Alabama to Henry Echols and Jessie Middlefield Echols.
Gloria was an extraordinary, God-fearing woman who gained her angel wings on December 5, 2023, in Columbus, Ohio.
Gloria was loved by many for her charismatic and loving personality. She found real joy in making others laugh, but also letting everyone know how she felt with a lot of love and conviction.
She enjoyed playing cards, music, and spending time with family and friends. She loved holidays because it allowed her to be surrounded by family to remind everyone who the true “Queen” of the family was.
Gloria spent over 2 decades married to her loving husband, Robert “Bobby” Person, whom she loved dearly. Their marriage was a
testament to their vows and effortless life and love for one another. They had a extraordinary life where they traveled but ended their journey here in Columbus, Ohio until the passing of Bobby in 2013.
Gloria was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bobby” Person; mother, Jessie Middlefield Echols; brothers, Tom Middlefield,
Henry Echols, and Lawerance Echols; sisters, Christine Middlefield White, and Georgia Middlefield Summers.
Gloria is survived by her sister, Mildred Middlefield Hawk; brother, Sam Echols; children, Lisa Griffin Smith, Deneisha Sams, Robert Person, Toby Person, and Dierdre Ogbebor. With a slue of nieces and nephews as well as grandchildren and great grandchildren, as well as close friends.
“I wish you and your family peace and comfort as you grieve the loss of your mom Miss Gloria”I know what a close bond you were.
May you find comfort at this most difficult time,sending love, thoughts, and prayers to you and your family.
The loss of Miss G “The Queen ” has really sadden us.
RIP my dear friend
Michelle fom Jamaica
As one of the strongest women in our life I know you wouldn’t want us sad but the pain of losing you still hurts no less. We’ll be sure to keep your love & memory alive by rejoicing & sharing the good times. God Jehovah’s got you now. He always has. Still remember all the times you took us to the kingdom hall. Love and miss you always Grandma!
It is an honor & blessing to have a queen in my life. I love you and going to miss you. I thank you for all of the priceless memories and wisdom that you unselfishly. I love you
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Continue to rely on God and know that he hears your prayers, because he cares for you. Thinking of you all.
You will forever be missed cousin. Love Chelsea & the boys
Love you cousin Glo
Sleep well