Glendoris Van Waning 1926 - 2018
Glendoris L. Van Waning, 91, died Jan. 28, 2018, at Lima Memorial Health System. Glendoris was born April 6, 1926, in Bluffton to the late Loren and Nellie (Wood) Althaus. On Oct. 28, 1945, she married John W. Van Waning who preceded her in death on Oct. 17, 1988.
Glendoris was a homemaker and was a member of Lafayette United Methodist Church. She enjoyed going to Lakeside, playing cards and horses.
Survivors include three grandchildren, Shane VanWaning of Harrod, Mark Van Waning of Lima, Michelle Andreen of Lebanon, Tennessee; seven great grandchildren and a brother, Gilbert Althaus of McAllen, Texas.
Glendoris was preceded in death by a son, Jon Van Waning; a daughter, Sylvia Van Waning and a brother, Gordon Althaus.
Graveside Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 1, at Lafayette Cemetery. Pastor Robert Clinger officiating. Visitation will be at the cemetery prior to the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton.
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