Gloria Gipple (Pilla)

Of White Bear Lake/Stillwater, passed away on April 19, 2025 at the age 88. 

Gloria Angeline Pilla was born and raised on the east-side of St. Paul. She graduated from Harding High and married a Johnson High boy named Bob Gipple. They settled in White Bear Lake, opened Patio Pizza and had 2 children. Gloria later divorced and worked at Hafner’s, Wells Fargo Lanes and the Holiday House. She was a true shopaholic, an exceptional knitter and loved anything Barbie. 

Gloria is preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Amelia; her sister, Virginia (Nick) Cucchiarella; and her ex-husband, Bob. 

She is survived by her son, Bob (Kris) and her daughter, Kim; four grandchildren, Jeff, Tanya, Trisha & Emily; 6 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. 

Please bring a favorite story of Gloria to be shared with the family at a later time. 

Memorial Service Thursday, May 1, 2025 10:30 A.M. at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 2800 Curve Crest Blvd, Stillwater with visitation one hour prior to the service. Private burial at Calvary Cemetery.