Gloria B. Krepps, 88, of New Sewickley Township, passed away on April 11th, 2026 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Conway on July 3rd, 1937, the daughter of the late Louis and Louise Spagnola. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of almost 70 years, Jack Krepps, who was her childhood sweetheart. She was also preceded in death by a sister and brother-in-law, Mary Jane and John Havranek, a sister and brother-in-law, Flo and Mel Krepps, and a brother and sister-in-law Anthony and Patty Spagnola, and Fr. Michael Greb, OFM, Cap, a very special family friend.
She is survived by their two daughters, Darla and Jonathan Kasing of Butler and Jaci and Don Mason of New Sewickley Township. These girls were their parents’ pride and joy. They are left with such beautiful memories of all their times spent together. She is also survived by her grandchildren, as she was the proud Gram to: Cory and Jessica Mason, of New Sewickley Township, Tyler Dunlap and Dr. Richelle Takemoto, of Cooperstown, New York, Ashley and Justin Yetter of Gibsonia and Jennifer and Jay Bradel of New Sewickley Township. Before long, her greatest joy was hearing herself called ‘Gigi’ by her surviving seven great-grandchildren: Lucas, Wyatt and Ellie Bradel, Olivia “Via” and Pete Mason, Owen Yetter and Tiger Takemoto. They all adored her as much as she adored them. Each and everyone of her grandchildren and great grandchildren have their own special memory of being with her to cherish. She is also survived by her brother and sister-in-law, Bart and Connee Spagnola, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. There are a few very special people in Gloria’s life who she felt part of her family, and they include: life long friends Buzz and Dee McKay, John and Tamra Rosa and their children, Zachary and Erica, who lovingly called her Gram for they grew up spending many days and years with her, as well as Erin and Liam, who also held a special place in her heart.
Gloria married her husband, Jack Krepps, upon graduating from Ambridge High School. They truly were soulmates and enjoyed everything they did together. Whether it be an evening of bingo, a “ride to the track” or weekends at camp, where there was one, you’d find the other. She took great pride in being a housewife and Mom. Her home was always filled with love, warmth and food. She lovingly took care of her family and anyone who knocked at her door. She became Mom and Gram to many throughout the years. Saying that Gloria loved Christmas was an understatement. Her home became a Christmas Winter Wonderland at the beginning of November till sometime in February. Her love of decorating, baking cookies and watching her Hallmark movies was a passion. Each morning as her feet touched the floor she thanked her Lord for another day. She never stopped or let anything get her down. She truly loved and took great pride in being a wife, mother, grandmother and Gigi. She loved her life and lived it to the fullest always with love and compassion for everyone and anyone around her.
Friends will be received on Thursday, April 16th, from 4-7 p.m., at the William Murphy Funeral Home, Inc., 349 Adams Street, Rochester, who was in charge of her arrangements. A Mass of Christian Burial will also be held on Friday, April 17th at 10 a.m. at St. Cecilia Roman Catholic Church, 632 Virginia Avenue, Rochester. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery, 1101 9th Street, Extension, Freedom, where a graveside service will be held from 11:15-11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
