Gloria Ann (Kennell) Sanders Obituary (1940 - 2019)

Born Aug 09, 1940, Gloria Ann (Kennell) Sanders attended Howard High School in Ellicott City, MD. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Gloria Ann (kennell) Sanders.

Graduation Year	Class of 1958
Date of Birth	Aug 09, 1940
Date of Passing	Jul 30, 2019
About	Gloria Kennell Sanders, 78, died July 3, 2019, in Virginia Beach. She passed away at home, surrounded by family, after an extended struggle with cancer. After growing up and starting a family in Maryland, Gloria moved to Virginia. In Richmond she worked as a bookkeeper for University of Richmond, John Tyler College, ATLS Graphic Design, and others. She built houses as a partner in Nealsan Construction. In Charlottesville she was owner and cashier at Padow's Hams and Deli. She cared for her parents, Betty and Austin, for many years. Gloria was smart, insightful, capable and energetic. Kind-hearted but no pushover, she was a skillful motivator when there was work to be done. "Someone's got to supervise," she'd chuckle, as others gladly did the heavy lifting. She was always ready to have fun or a bit of adventure with friends. She adored visiting gardens, casinos, and out-of-the way historical sites. A liberal to the end, she loved discussing politics. She rose to challenges with strength and an unflinching sense of humor. She is survived by her brother, Austin Kennell Jr., whom she nicknamed "Buzz," his wife, Brenda; children, Suzanne, William "Tony," Desirée, Michael, their spouses, Rich, Shelly, Rick; and grandchildren, Ty, Zach, Tjasse, Kendall, Will, Ivy; also aunts, Bonnie Coile, Nancy Glass, Sandra Deffenbaugh; uncle, Nick Harris; cousins, Vicky, Robbie, Marcia, Denise, Nicki, Nina, Cindy, Wendy, Jody, Beth; and her dearly-loved nieces and nephews. She left behind many friends, including her former husband, Bill, his wife Peg, and her special pals, Chris Hawkins and Lynne Griffin. Family and friends were the center of her life. She recalled her childhood in Mount Savage with great fondness and a mischievous grin.
Events	Gloria is interred at Hillcrest Burial Park, Cumberland, on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019, at noon. Everyone is invited to a celebration of her life at 4 p.m. that same day at Fairfield Inn and Suites, 21 N. Wineow St., Cumberland. Donations in her name may be made to the Lung Cancer Research Foundation.