Obituary

Chuha, Gloria Jean, 79, Johnstown, passed away October 17, 2021, at her home surrounded by family. Born December 8, 1941, to the late Lawrence and Irene (Yurch) Smith. Preceded in death by parents and granddaughter, Hannah. Survived by husband, John Chuha, with whom just celebrated their 61st anniversary on October 1st; children, Kimberly McKool (Mike); Lauri Sikirica (Pete); Scott Chuha (Anita); Kris Gallina (John); Vanessa Elliott (Greg); grandchildren, Chris, Jason, Lauren, Gio, Maria, Corrine, Taylor, Anthony, Josh, Julian, Zack, and Emilee; great grandchildren, Rosalie, Leo, Eliana, Amelia, Ryliegh, Lucy, Noah, Wynne, and Liza; siblings, Dennis Smith; Elizabeth Cooper; Carole Salat; sisters-in-law, Romayne Chuha; Fran Baker (Ed); and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Gloria was known as “Baba”, “Bubba”, or “Bubz”, to her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a member of the Gourmet Club and there was always a good meal at “Baba’s Diner”. Gloria enjoyed trips to the casino and scratch off lottery tickets. She loved making comfort pillows and giving them to those who needed comforted. Gloria’s family was her true love and joy in life. A memorial mass will be held Wednesday October 20th at 11:30 a.m. at Resurrection Parish. Donations may be made in Gloria’s memory to Conemaugh Regional Hospice. Arrangements in care of Hindman Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc., “Exclusive Provider of Veterans and Family Memorial Care.” Condolences may be made at HindmanFuneralHomes.com