Gladys M. (Mrs. Herschell J.) Umbaugh, 94, of Plymouth, passed away at 5:10 p.m. on Monday in the Miller’s Merry Manor, Plymouth. She was born in Missauki County, Michigan on February 2, 1919 to Julia D. (Firestone) and Horace E. Bailey. She was a resident of the Argos and Plymouth area most of her life and graduated from Argos High School with the Class of 1937.
On July 17th 1937 in South Bend, Indiana, Gladys married Herschell J. Umbaugh. The couple was blessed with two sons, Roger Lee (Carol) Umbaugh and J. Michael Umbaugh and Pamela Carlberg all of Plymouth. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Susan (Steve) Wilson of Carmel, IN and Jeffery (Jennifer) Umbaugh of Plymouth. Her great-grandchildren are; Kamara Umbaugh, Mackenzie Umbaugh, Kyle Umbaugh, Shad Wilson, Ryan Wilson and Rebecca Wilson.
She loved being a wife, mother, grandmother and considered herself to have had a great life. They traveled extensively and spent many winters in the Ft. Myers, Florida area. Gladys enjoyed viewing and reading about works of fine art.
After a long and happy marriage of almost 52 years, Herschell preceded in death on March 10, 1989. She was also preceded by brothers; Harold and Lloyd Bailey, sisters; Catharine Burbridge, Ruth Brockway, Dorothy Redlin, Frances Jean Cross and Audrey May Perryman as well as a foster brother Raymond Hardy.
She and Herschell were founding members of the Plymouth Calvary Lutheran Church where Gladys was active with the Lutheran Braille group, printing books of the Bible (in braille) for world distribution for over 20 years. In the community, she served as a Red Cross Nurse’s Aide at Holy Cross Hospital in LaPorte and as a Chaplain Aide at St. Joseph Hospital in Plymouth. Gladys was involved in Tri Kappa Sorority both the active and associate chapters and had served as a President of the Beta Delta Chapter.
She shared her fondness for butterflies with the pre-school students at Calvary Lutheran, providing them miracle of life butterfly kits for over 15 years.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 14th from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday in the Calvary Lutheran Church, 1314 N. Michigan St., Plymouth where visitation will resume after 10 a.m. until time of service. Pastor Steven Resner and Vicar Andrew Gerike will preside.
Preferred are memorial gifts to the Church, Tri Kappa, or Ancilla College, P.O. Box 1, Donaldson, IN 46513.
Anonymous says
Dear Umbaugh Family,
I was sorry to read of your loss. Please know that I have you in my heart and prayers. My thoughts of Gladys offer up memories of a very gracious lady who always thought of others. She was indeed a special lady and one of a kind.
Susie Reinholt says
So sorry to hear of Gladys\’ passing. My thoughts of her offer up fond memories of a gracious and true lady that always thought of others. Please know that I am keeping you in my heart and prayers.
Sue Chase says
Roger and Carol, Larry and I are sorry to read of Gladys\’ passing. She was one of the gracious ladies and quiet spoken ones of Plymouth. What a nice picture of her. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Shirley A. Gidley says
Having known Gladys for 46+ years, I can say what a true lady she has always been. Her legacy will and should live on in each of her descendants.
It has always been such a joy to visit with her on any occasion and she will sorely be missed by many.
John/Joanne Rutzen says
My sincere condolence to the entire Umbaugh family. I remember well Hershall and Gladys and the boys from my years at Calvary Luthern. The family were dear friends of my parents who also were founding members of Calvary. Gladys was a very classy and gracious lady. She loved the Lord and we are sure the Lord greeted her with open arms, welcoming her into heaven.
Ron and Tammy Leuca says
To the family of Glady Umbaugh
With heartfelt sympathy.
Pam says
Gladys,
May God always keep and bless you for eternity. While you will certainly be missed here on earth, there is peace in knowing that you are Home with Him. He will bless you always.
Melinda & Doug Satorius says
Hugs & prayers for all of you. We loved Gladys. She will be missed, but not forgotten.
Jack & Carolyn Burbridge says
We just heard about this and are sorry that we cannot make it to be with you. We live in Arkansas. Our prayers will be with the family. Nephew, Jack Burbridge & wife Carolyn
Cathy Shearer says
We are sorry to hear of Glady\’s passing. She has always been an inspiration to us. Sending our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Dave & Cathy Shearer
Gene Painton says
Dear Roger and Mike I just read of Gladys passing. She was a wonderful lady. Mary Kay and mom (Gerrie) thought so much of her and I know they are all together now.
Valori Schoberg says
Dear Umbaughs,
Please accept our sincerest condolences for Glady\’s passing. She was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed.
The Schoberg\’s – Paul, Valori & family
Katha Burden says
Dear Roger and Carol,
I am very sorry to read of the passing of your dear mother. I remember her as so sweet, caring, and wise, when I was in high school and later in Tri Kappa–just a real role model for us young women. Am hoping to be present at the 50th reunion this summer in July.
With affection,
Katha Weeks Burden
Anonymous says
Dear Umbaugh Family,
I was sorry to read of your loss. Please know that I have you in my heart and prayers. My thoughts of Gladys offer up memories of a very gracious lady who always thought of others. She was indeed a special lady and one of a kind.
Susie Reinholt says
So sorry to hear of Gladys\’ passing. My thoughts of her offer up fond memories of a gracious and true lady that always thought of others. Please know that I am keeping you in my heart and prayers.
Sue Chase says
Roger and Carol, Larry and I are sorry to read of Gladys\’ passing. She was one of the gracious ladies and quiet spoken ones of Plymouth. What a nice picture of her. Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Shirley A. Gidley says
Having known Gladys for 46+ years, I can say what a true lady she has always been. Her legacy will and should live on in each of her descendants.
It has always been such a joy to visit with her on any occasion and she will sorely be missed by many.
John/Joanne Rutzen says
My sincere condolence to the entire Umbaugh family. I remember well Hershall and Gladys and the boys from my years at Calvary Luthern. The family were dear friends of my parents who also were founding members of Calvary. Gladys was a very classy and gracious lady. She loved the Lord and we are sure the Lord greeted her with open arms, welcoming her into heaven.
Ron and Tammy Leuca says
To the family of Glady Umbaugh
With heartfelt sympathy.
Pam says
Gladys,
May God always keep and bless you for eternity. While you will certainly be missed here on earth, there is peace in knowing that you are Home with Him. He will bless you always.
Melinda & Doug Satorius says
Hugs & prayers for all of you. We loved Gladys. She will be missed, but not forgotten.
Jack & Carolyn Burbridge says
We just heard about this and are sorry that we cannot make it to be with you. We live in Arkansas. Our prayers will be with the family. Nephew, Jack Burbridge & wife Carolyn
Cathy Shearer says
We are sorry to hear of Glady\’s passing. She has always been an inspiration to us. Sending our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Dave & Cathy Shearer
Gene Painton says
Dear Roger and Mike I just read of Gladys passing. She was a wonderful lady. Mary Kay and mom (Gerrie) thought so much of her and I know they are all together now.
Valori Schoberg says
Dear Umbaughs,
Please accept our sincerest condolences for Glady\’s passing. She was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed.
The Schoberg\’s – Paul, Valori & family
Katha Burden says
Dear Roger and Carol,
I am very sorry to read of the passing of your dear mother. I remember her as so sweet, caring, and wise, when I was in high school and later in Tri Kappa–just a real role model for us young women. Am hoping to be present at the 50th reunion this summer in July.
With affection,
Katha Weeks Burden