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Obituary For Gloria Scott
Gloria Jo Jones-Scott of Harrisburg, PA, was born to the late James Pitts and Nora Jones. She entered eternal rest on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Penn State Hershey Milton S. Hershey Medical Center surrounded by love with her family by her side.
Gloria Jo was a 1968 graduate of the former John Harris High School. She retired from the Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles as a supervisor in 2005 after 35 years of dedication and service.
Gloria Jo Scott took on the motherlike role at a very young age. Being the eldest of seven siblings, she embraced it with grace and leadership, which extended to her entire family. Anyone who encountered her felt the true spirit of a loving mother. Gloria ensured that everyone felt valued and cared for. Embodying the true essence of selflessness, she would give the clothes off her back to anyone in need. Always a mother to all, Gloria Jo was the ultimate hostess. Her home was always a place for family gatherings and holidays. You would always find a warm meal, with her signature dishes being spinach dip, sweet potato casserole with marshmallows, potato and macaroni tuna salad, to name a few. Her unwavering dedication to family and community set the foundation for future generations. She led with wisdom beyond her years, being an example of kindness, resilience, and unconditional love. Gloria’s nurturing spirit left an undeniable mark on the lives she touched, making her not just the matriarch of her family but a pillar of strength, generosity, and inspiration for all who knew her.
Gloria enjoyed plants; every spring, she would plant flowers and care for them. She loved to knit and crochet blankets, planters, etc. As she aged, she spent her free time watching American Idol, the Voice, and various reality shows. If you wanted to put a smile on her face, just take her to the casino to play the slot machines or purchase her a scratch-off or lottery ticket.
Her biggest joy was her five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; who lovingly called her “Nana”. Not a day would pass without her speaking to and spending time with her grandbabies. They were the main topic of every discussion to any listening ear, willing or not.
In addition to her parents, Gloria Jo was preceded in death by her brothers, Leondis “Lee” Jones, Stanley “Buttons” Jones, and David Jones, and her sisters, Annette “Nettie” Jones-Morales (Alfonso) and Linda Jones. She leaves to carry on her legacy her daughters, Trina Pitts-Khalfani (Akil) of Harrisburg, PA, and Tera Stern (Jermaine) of Silver Spring, MD. Her brother, Larry Pitts (Rochelle), her sister, Carolyn Jones of Harrisburg, PA and her sister-in-law, Mary Scott of Carlisle, PA, and Debbie Jones of North Carolina and her special cousins, who were like brothers, Michael Jones (Dolorez) and Eric Jones of Harrisburg, PA. Her grandchildren, Imani West, Takiyah West, Akilah Khalfani, Hadiyah Khalfani, and Aminah Stern. Her three great-grandchildren, Adrian, Princeton, and Josiah. As well as her best friend of 54 years, Joscelyn Selvey (David), along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends.
Her life will be celebrated at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, March 14, 2025 in the Chapel of the Major H. Winfield Funeral Home, 704 N. Front St., Steelton with a visitation from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. and entombment in William Howard Day Cemetery.
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Barbara J. Molnar planted 7 trees in memory of Gloria Scott . - March 13, 2025
Vicki Daniels sent The Peace Lily for Gloria Scott - March 07, 2025
The family has my deepest condolences and my prayers. She will truly be missed
I am so sorry to hear about Gloria's passing. I worked with Gloria for many years on Night Shift at PennDOT. She was such a pleasure to work with. I'll never forget her rule for her employees: she said she gives 3 strikes and and then the rest is on you. She always said no one would like the other side of her Gemini if it came out. She was best known for her Spinach dip at our parties, everyone looked forward to it, including me. She would sometimes make some on the side just for me, I loved her for that. Her laugh was infectious and it seemed like she was always laughing. There is no better way to remember her other than always talking about her. It was apparent that she touched so many lives, either at PennDOT or in her personal life. She was truly one of kind and will be greatly missed by all. I know it will be hard moving forward without her but remembering all the good times with her will help you through. Just remember that the Lord will not give you more than you can handle and the loss of a loved one may seem extremely difficult but over time you will find strength. God Bless to all of her family and friends.
Condolences to the family. Gloria was a beautiful human being and I'll miss her birthday and holiday text messages. Sleep well.
Carolyn, I'm sorry for the loss of your sister, love you
SENDING HEALING PRAYERS Love Yall ❤️ The PITTS FAMILY
Sending prayers, condolences & hugs to the family. God will be with you as you celebrate the life of your loved one. RIP Ms Gloria xoxo
My condolences to Gloria's family. I remember Gloria from the PJ'S she was kind and considerate. May God's loving arms embrace you now and in the days ahead.
To the family of Gloria Jo my sincere condolences and prayers are with you Gloria was such a sweet and kind person I remember growing up in the progress when she would pick blackberries and make blackberry pie and share it with some of us in the project specifically A row that memory will always stay with me Gloria was always a kind person Connie Jones Adams
To the family of Gloria my deepest condolence we were neighbors for many years in the projects I remember when Gloria would pick blackberry and may as well very fine and share it with the kids in her room and I was one of them I will always remember and cherries that memory my prayers are with you and your family Connie Jones Adams
To my Dear Friend Tera and Family, I was so sorry to hear of your mother passing. I hope you can take comfort in the presence of close friends and family in this tough time.
Always, Tymea Thompson-Budd
Condolences to her family 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿
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