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Gloria Joyce
Hesly
Jul 12, 1932 — Jun 6, 2026
Gloria Joyce Hesly, 93 of Rochester, MN, died Saturday June 6th, 2026, at Cottagewood Senior Communities.
Gloria was born on July 12, 1932, in Chicago, IL to Cass and Florence Snow. She graduated from Alvernia High school in 1950. On June 23, 1956, she married Leslie F. Hesly in Chicago, IL. The couple lived in Chicago until 1965 when they moved to Rochester, MN.
Gloria loved her family and friends and was loved by all that she knew. She enjoyed doing ceramics, a good shopping bargain, and her puzzle books.
She is survived by her son, Tom (Wan) of Bridgeport TX, daughter, Deborah (Chris) Brown of West Palm Beach, FL, daughter Elizabeth of Rochester and son Brian of Rochester; 2 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband and sister.
The Graveside Service/Burial will be held at 2:30 pm on Thursday, June 11th, 2026, at Oakwood Cemetery in Rochester.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
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