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Mary Twila Gleixner | 89
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Mary Twila Gleixner, 89, of Silver Creek Terrace and formerly of 375 Krug Lane, St. Marys, passed away Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at Penn Highlands Elk after a brief illness.
She was born November 21, 1933 in St. Marys, daughter of the late Edward and Clara Hasselman Krug. She was a lifelong resident of St. Marys. Twila graduated from St. Marys High School, Class of 1951, earned a degree in education from Penn State University, and taught at the local schools.
On August 27, 1955 in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, she married the late Jude R. Gleixner, who preceded her in death on May 28, 2014.
She is survived by her children: Sandy (Mike) Latini of Glenshaw, Mike (Paula) Gleixner of State College, Sue (Bill) Rominski of Sutersville, and Ann (Bruce) Hermanowicz of St. Marys; four grandchildren: Abigail (Jeremy) Cramer, Laura (Will Lacek) Latini, Alison (Pat) Laninger, and Josh (Lina) Latini; three great-grandchildren: Kyle Cramer, Thomas Laninger, and Valentina Latini; two sisters: Dorothy Marciniak of Rhode Island, and Clara Bezek of North Carolina; a sister-in-law Bea Ward of Florida; and by many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, Twila was preceded in death by three sisters: Mary Schlimm, Rita Straub, and Martha Krug in infancy; and by six brothers: Richard, Gilbert, Raymond, James, Earl, and William Krug.
She was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church and was a committed member of her community. She was the chairperson of the Police Civil Service Commission, a member of the St. Marys Area School Board, and a member of the Elk County Assistance Board.
Funeral services will be held privately by the family.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to the St. Marys Public Library, 127 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857.
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Gleixner Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are a beautiful family with such big hearts. I have many cherished memories of you all from Ali and Pat’s wedding. You are in my prayers. May Twila rest in peace in Heaven, and may God bless you all. Sending all my love from Texas.
Sending condolences to Mike and family. Keeping you in our prayers.
Dear Sandy, Mike, Sue and Ann,
I was so sorry to hear of Aunt Twila’s passing. I have fond memories of visiting with her. Our deepest sympathies.
Dear Ann and all,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. As I am remembering you all, in my prayers, for comfort at this time.
I have fond memories of coming into your home for a visit, at which your parents were very kind and welcoming. How blessed of God we are to have these wonderful people to call Mom and Dad. What a legacy. Prayers. Sincerely, Donna
So many found memories of Twila & Jude. Will miss speaking to her by phone. God Bless
Sandy, Mike, Sue, and Ann,
Memories fill my heart when I think of your Mom (and Dad, too), and your family! I visited your mother not too long ago while visiting my son’s family. And she sounded so good…and her memories of our family were so precious! As my godmother, your mom always held a special place in my life…even at my first wedding. My ex-in-laws were Polish and there was a special tradition where the bride’s godmother walked around my chair. I never heard of it before, but appreciated your Mom’s willingness to participate! Your parents gave me a music box for a very early birthday, and although tossed away at some point…I remembered the tune it played…and Kathy found a music box with the song! Always makes me think of your Mom! My thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn her loss! Love you all!
We were so sorry to hear of Aunt Twila’s passing.
Al and I have so different, but wonderful memories of your family.
Mine revolved around the Krug family and Al’s are of his neighborhood growing up.
So grateful for our lovely, differing memories.
Ann and family,
Sending deepest condolences in the loss of your mom.
I remember her kindness when I visited your home when we were younger.
Sending deepest sympathy, prayers and loving thoughts.