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Obituary For Gloria Jeter
Mrs. Gloria Mae Abner Jeter, 79, peacefully entered eternal rest on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at her home. Gloria was the daughter of the late Mr. Bill Abner and Ms. Tinner Blackmon.
Gloria was born in Atmore, Alabama and raised in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. She attended the Okaloosa County Public School System. On October 24, 1964, she married the love of her life, Leroy, and he whisked her away and brought her back to his hometown,Spartanburg, South Carolina, where she lived and grew to love the Spartanburg community as an involved resident for almost 60 years. She joined the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church and was a faithful member until her transition. Gloria loved people and made friends wherever she went. She was employed at Butte Knit Clothing Manufacturing and Hersey Products and met several lifelong friends.
She absolutely loved going to the Bethlehem Center in her beloved Highland Community where she enjoyed attending the Senior Citizen Classes and she became a member of the exclusive “Sewing Club.” She was extremely proud of the blankets, hats, and towels that she would graciously craft by hand for the children and elderly in the Highland and upstate communities. Also, her family members and friends were often the recipients of her uniquely designed pieces.
Gloria was an active “Honorary Classmate” of the Carver High School Class of 1963, and she loved and adored her “Classmates” as though she had graduated with them.
Left to cherish her loving and sweet memories is her devoted husband of 60 years, Mr. Leroy Jeter. Her memories also live on in the hearts of her children, Mr. Fredrick Jeter of Columbia, SC, Mr. Roderick Jeter (Lyn) of San Diego, CA, and Goddaughter, Dr. Kira L. Reaves (Dexter) of Greer, SC; her six grandchildren and six great grandchildren; two sisters, Ms. Virgie McCullam of Atmore, AL and Ms. Joyce Minus of Fort Walton Beach, FL; three brothers, Mr. Earnest Abner (Elizabeth) of Dade City, FL, Mr. Willie Pace, Jr. (Ree) and Mr. Charles Pace of Fort Walton Beach, FL; her brother-in-law, Mr. Lawrence Jeter of Milton, MA; her special friend and sewing partner, Mrs. Michelle Campbell of Spartanburg, SC; another special friend and mentee, Mrs. Patrena Mims of Spartanburg, SC; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Gloria was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Mrs. Luevenia Abner Wiggins.
Gloria was a lovely lady of dignity and respect. Her legacy is woven into a beautiful family tapestry, with threads of love spanning generations that will be cherished forever. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. May Gloria’s unwavering faith, kindness, wisdom, and wittiness continue to inspire us all, and may our own faith guide us through this time, knowing that in God’s hands, our dear Gloria has found everlasting peace.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 12:00 noon at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Spartanburg, SC.
Mrs. Jeter will lie in state one hour prior to the service.
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Deeply Adored was sent for Gloria Jeter - July 18, 2024
Robert Foster planted 5 trees in memory of Gloria Jeter . - July 19, 2024
To my dear, loving Aunt Gloria. . . You will be deeply missed. You could never know how much of an impact you've had on my life💚 Love Always, Janata
My heart goes out to you and your family. Wishing you much love support and prayers. Roslyn Betsill
I miss you already Gloria. I am so sorry that I am not at your homegoing service, but I am watching it on livestream. I loved being around you. You always gave great advice without being judgmental. Your sewing skills were incomparable. I will always cherish the tote bags you designed and made for me. My eyes are filled with tears and my heart is heavy with grief but you are now free from pain and rejoicing in heaven with the ancestors. Joyce Williams
Our deepest condolences to Cousin Leroy, family, friends & colleagues. 🙏🏽 —Dwayne & Patricia Florence
Nothing short of pure happiness to be in Mrs. Gloria's presence. Her kindness, strength, and sassiness at times were just engaging. To know her for the length that I have was to love her. Praying the peace of God that surpasses all understanding comfort all hearts and minds because Mrs. Gloria is truly missed.
I met Gloria at Oak Street Hlth playing bingo. I joined their sewing group at Bethlehem Center. I didnt like using the hoop to do hats. Gloria suggested a use my pot holder pattern and make it bigger and leave an opening. Ive made 89 hats since December She's been a great friend and ill always remember she was who got me making hats. She was one really special lady that i will greatly miss. She's one of God's special angels now.
My sincere condolences to my cousin Leroy and the rest of the family. I looked forward to talking with Sis Gloria each year with the invite to our Family dinner. May God's peace continue to keep each of you. Sending prayers and love.
I send my love to the Jeter family. Mrs Jeter had a beautiful smile as well as a great sense of humor that put many smiles on my face. I will miss you dearly. Linda Bates
May the God of all comfort and hold close during this difficult time. We will miss Gloria's calls during the Holiday Season. Betty and Barbara Miller
To Leroy's family and friends. We extend our deepest sympathies to all of your family and friends. We are so sorry for your loss, we know that Leroy loved his wife so very much. We know they had so many years together. She will be missed by all who loved her. May she rest in peace. From Mr. & Mrs. James & Rosa Mickens
I will miss you so much. We had good conversations at the reunion. I still hear you welcoming to the family over 20 years ago. You had me in stitches. Your last request to me was send you some dresses or you was going to talk about me. My condolences to Leroy and your family.🙏🏽🩷 Frances Rice
I'm so sorry for ya'll loss, my condolences 🙏🏾 🙏🏾.....Charlene Turner
We give our condolences to your family from our family...The wrenix family (Jim,Mary Nancy Janice)
Me and my grandma use to eat popcorn and watch all the Michael Jordan games.she was so much fun to be around
My Condolences to Uncle Leroy and cousin Roderick, from the family of Tony Jeter
We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Gloria's passing. I got a chance to see many of the pictures from the reunion and all I can think of is how much it was a blessing that she was able to spend that time around family before saying goodbye. Sending our love and condolences to you, Uncle Leroy, and the family during this time. In the years of seeing you together, you all have been one of the sources of inspiration for me of marriage and partnership and what it looks like to spend your years growing with your best friend. We love you and continue to keep you all in our prayers.
Love Ajané and family
My prayers for your family as they remember you always. Mrs. T Meadows
MY condolences to the Family.Make God strengthen you all. Geneva Bourne
My condolences and prayer to the Family. I pray for Peace and comfort.
To Leroy and family: My condolences and prayers are with you during this season of your life. Continue to trust God because He will strengthen and sustain you. Hold close the many memories you shared. Saundra Giles Gaffney
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord Gloria you fought a good fight but the battle was the Lord. Gloria you were an inspiration to the family and friends, you had a smile would light up the room.you will truly be missed, God seen you were getting tired he call you from labor to reward.rip Rev. Dr. Betty Crocker and family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
