Carolus, Gloria 1931-2024 St. Joseph, Mo.
By NewsPress Now
Gloria “Gigi” Carolus peacefully passed away on May 11, 2024. Born on Aug. 24, 1931, in Bethany, Missouri, she later moved to St. Joseph where she met her loving husband, Paul “PopPop” Carolus. Together, Paul and Gloria were married for 67 years, sharing their lives in St. Joseph, Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Overland Park, Kansas. Paul preceded Gloria in death on July 5, 2017.
Gloria and Paul relocated to Tulsa in 1971, where they established a lasting home and formed enduring friendships. As a devout Christian, Gigi’s greatest joy was being surrounded by her loved ones. Her inner and outer beauty, coupled with her quick wit and sense of humor, endeared her to all who knew her. A devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, Gigi’s compassion and love touched the lives of many. She will be deeply cherished and lovingly remembered by her family and friends.
Gloria “Gigi” Carolus was also preceded in death by her husband, Paul, in 2017; mother, Verda Miller, in 2011.
She is survived by her sons, James Carolus (Susan), of St. Joseph, and Douglas Carolus (Lisa), of Mounds, Oklahoma. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Katie Carolus, of St. Joseph, Brett Carolus (Ali), of St. Joseph, Brittany Carolus, of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and Haley DeLong (Josh), of Bixby, Oklahoma. Additionally, she leaves behind five great-grandchildren: Braylon Carolus, Ben Carolus, Carson DeLong, Archer Carolus, and Brynlie DeLong. Her niece, Robin Carolus Duvall (Doug Baggett), of St. Joseph, and her great-nephew, James Duvall, also survive her.
A Graveside Farewell Service and Inurnment will take place on Friday at 3 p.m. at Memorial Park Cemetery. Prior to the service, the family will gather with friends on Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.
Online condolences can be made at www.meierhoffer.com. As published in the St. Joseph News-Press.
