December 17, 2017
Gloria (Harris) Bilby, 79, passed away on December 17, 2017. Gloria was a lifelong resident of Sheridan having graduated from Sheridan High School in 1956. She married Joe Bilby on March 3, 1957 in Sheridan at the First Christian Church, where she was a longtime member, and is survived by her husband of over 60 years.
Gloria was well-regarded for her hospitality, servant heart and cooking, all of which she enjoyed immensely. Family was a priority in her life — she was the consummate hostess for holiday gatherings and was a tireless caregiver to those in need. She cherished being a good friend, providing a compassionate listening ear to many. Gloria also enjoyed flowers and tending to her flower beds and trying different varieties year in and year out.
Besides her husband Joe, Gloria is survived by her brother Bud Harris, Cory; two sons, Steven Bilby, Noblesville, and Curt (Diane) Bilby, Austin, Texas; three granddaughters, Sarah, Mary Grace and Jane Anne Bilby; nephews and nieces, including Shawn (Kelley) Harris, Scott Harris, and Traci (Harris) Lorenze, along with numerous great nephews and nieces, as well as lifelong friend Marie Mosbaugh, Sheridan, plus numerous dear friends from the community. Gloria was preceded in death by her parents, Gleasal and Vivian Harris, Sheridan, and infant brother.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at the First Christian Church, 107 W. 3rd St., Sheridan. Visitation will be from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, December 22, 2017 at the First Christian Church, Sheridan.
For memorial contributions, please consider a charitable donation to Sheridan Main Street, Inc., 201 S. Main St., Sheridan, IN 46069; Mama’s Cupboard Inc., 102 E. 2nd St. Sheridan, IN 46069, the Sheridan Lion’s Club 508 E. 6th St., Sheridan, IN 46069, or better yet, a fond remembrance or some extra cheer while you celebrate the holiday season with family and friends
Online condolences may be made at fisherfunerals.com. Fisher Family Funeral Services is honored to serve the Bilby Family.
Arrangements
Calling: 4 to 7:30 p.m. Dec 22
Service: 10:30 a.m. Dec. 23
Location: Sheridan First Christian Church
Condolences: fisherfunerals.com