Obituary of Irene M. Gloster

IRENE M. GLOSTER November 5, 1928 - June 25, 2017 Goshen, NY Irene M. Gloster, age 88, of Goshen, died Sunday, June 25, 2017 at ORMC-Orange Regional Medical Center of Middletown, NY surrounded by her loving family. Irene was born November 5, 1928 in the Bronx, NY. She is the daughter of the late John Kortlang and the late Irene Hebrank Kortlang. She was happily married to George Gloster for 55 years. She was employed by Sears, as a switch board Operator and Gloster & Sons in Middletown, NY. Irene spent many years leading Girl Scout Troop #163. She is survived by sons: George Gloster (Cindy), Bill Gloster (Debbie), Jack Gloster; daughter, Ellen Ellefsen (Kenny). Irene was blessed with 14 grandchildren: Aimee Croce, Kristina Gloster, Lindsey Neiger, Billy Gloster, Shawn Gloster, Tommy Gloster, Jackie Pernice, Jon-Michael Gloster, James Gloster, Jenn Howard, Katie McGowan, Cody Gloster, Kiersten and Derek Ellefsen. Irene was also blessed with 22 great grandchildren: Joey, Nick, Payton, Alex, Anthony, Mason, Ryan, Reese, Livia, Devin, Shawn, TJ, Quinn, Mikayla, Alexis, Isabel, Damien, Kendall, Jon, Riley, Lilah, Jace. She leaves behind many extended family members, life long friends and grand-dogs Rocky and Charlie. Irene was pre-deceased by her husband, George, brother, Jack Kortlang, daughter-in-law, Julie, and great-granddaughter, Isabella. Irene treasured most in life being a great mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. Calling hours will be Thursday, June 29th from 2:00 to 4:00 PM & 7:00 to 9:00 PM at Donovan Funeral Home, Inc, 82 South Church Street, Goshen, NY. The funeral will be held 10:00 am on Friday, June 30, 2017 at Donovan Funeral Home, Inc, 82 South Church Street, Goshen, NY. Burial will be in Hamptonburgh Cemetery, Hamptonburgh, NY. Donations in Irene's name may be made to: St. Jude Children's Hospital. Funeral arrangements are under the care of the Donovan Funeral Home, Inc. To leave a personal condolence or for directions visit www.donovanfunerals.com