Gloria Joan Gustafson

Gloria J. Gustafson, 87, Eden Prairie MN, formerly of Kenmare ND passed away peacefully June 11, 2024 with family by her side.

Gloria was born September 1, 1936 to Melvin and Vivian Kolbo in Kenmare ND. She was raised in the area and graduated from Donnybrook High School.

Gloria was united in marriage to Ralph Gustafson in 1954 and made their home in Kenmare ND. Gloria and Ralph were members of the Nazareth Lutheran Church in Kenmare. Gloria worked in retail for many years and later joined Ralph in their business, Ralph’s Flooring until retiring. She was an avid acrylic painter and member of the Lakeview Art Club in Kenmare.

Survivors include Vicki (Dave) Smoot, Seeley Lake MT, Connie Olstad, Minnetonka MN and Larry Gustafson of Arizona. Seven grandchildren Eric (Mandy) Smoot, Jennifer Smoot, LeAnne (Adam) Hilgefort, Jaron (Casey) Olstad, Megan Olstad, Allison (Zach) Anderson, Bryan (Christine) Olstad. Five great grandchildren, Ben Smoot, Norah, Bradleigh and Freya Olstad, Scarlett Anderson. Sister Arleen Thompson and Sister-in-law Ann Gustafson.

Gloria was preceded in death by her husband Ralph, parents and sister Mavis Platte.

A celebration of Gloria’s life will be held August 17, 2024 at Hilton Garden Inn, 6330 Point Chase, Eden Prairie MN at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either Lakeview Art Club, PO Box 441, Kenmare ND 58746; Lake County Historical Society, PO Box 727, Kenmare, ND 58746 or a charity of your choice.

memorial service

Celebration of Life

August 17, 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis/Eden Prairie 6330 Point Chase Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55344, USA

Funeral/Cremation Provider: Crescent Tide Cremation Services