It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Gloria Phyllis Fraser, peacefully at home on Friday, August 3rd. Beloved wife of the late Ray Fraser, loving mother of Kathy (Peter) and Janet, and proud grandmother of Geoffrey (Katie), Erin, Scott, Jennifer and Fraser. Gloria and Ray had a wide circle of wonderful friends and were always active participants in their community. They Scottish Country danced, played bridge, entertained, enjoyed theatre, traveled and volunteered in so many settings but very loyally at Sunnybrook Hospital where Mom dedicated over 40 years of her time. Gloria was an avid gardener and a great baker. Her pies and cookies are legendary. She was always beautifully presented, kind, gracious, gentle, friendly and grateful - a real lady. We will miss her terribly.
A heartfelt thanks to all of the staff at Chartwell Grenadier Retirement Residence for their extraordinary care and compassion, and to Dr. Roy and the community palliative care team from the Dorothy Ley Hospice who so thoroughly supported Mom and our family through her last weeks. The family will receive friends at the Turner and Porter Yorke Chapel, 2357 Bloor Street West (near Jane) from 7pm to 9pm on Tuesday, August 14th. A funeral service and celebration of her life will be held at 3pm on Wednesday, August 15th, 2018. If desired, donations may be made to Metropolitan United Church, 56 Queen St. East, Toronto, or a charity dear to your own heart.