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As received from Memorial Chapel Funeral and Cremation Service:
Gloria Perala, 72, a resident of Painesdale, passed away Sunday, May 21, 2023, at UP Health Systems – Portage Hospital shortly after being admitted.
She was born on July 6, 1950, in Hancock, MI, a daughter of the late Nicholas and Anna (Mihelac) Marino. Gloria was raised in Dodgeville and was a graduate of St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church.
On April 14, 1967, she was united in marriage to Keith Perala. The Couple moved to the Detroit area until 1986 when they moved to make Painesdale their home. In 2002, Keith preceded Gloria in death.
Mrs. Perala was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church of South Range. She enjoyed visiting with family and friends and taking trips to Baraga and Watersmeet.
Preceding her in death were her husband, her sons Darrell and Jason, her parents, and her brothers; Mark Marino and David Mihelac.
Surviving are:
Her children: Wendy Perala, Keith Perala Jr. (Laura Maatta), Craig Perala (Melissa Alquist), Matthew Perala (Lelani Curry), Jeffrey Perala (Fawn Wiitala), Anthony Perala (Sonya McDonald), & Adam Perala; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; Her siblings: Nicholas Marino, Michael Marino, Donna (Mark) Chegwidden, Joe (Kathy) Marino, Cynthia Markham, Pamela Marino, Greg Marino, & Shelly Marino (Peter Palosaari); Sister-in-law Lucille Mihelac; Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins
A Mass of Christina Burial for Gloria will be held 11 am Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Holy Family Catholic Church of South Range with Fr. John Martignon to officiate. Friends may call on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, from 10:00 am until the time of services at Holy Family Catholic Church of South Range.
To view Gloria’s obituary or to send condolences to the family please visit www.memorialchapel.net.
The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service – Mt View Chapel of South Range is assisting the family with the arrangements.
